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Ornate spiny lobster / Spiny lobster
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In Japan, distributed from Sagami Bay southwards. Seen on coral reefs and rocky shores of Okinawa at depths around 50 meters. Its beautiful body is light blue and pink with light yellow spots. Its antenna and legs have patches of yellow and black. It tastes delicious.
Scientific name | Panulirus ornatus |
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English name | Ornate spiny lobster / Spiny lobster |
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