Small Life in the Deep Sea
Japanese fan lobster※Off display.
- Rareness：★★★★★
Inhabits sandy and muddy seafloors, usually hiding in the sand. It reaches around 20 cm in length. It can be distinguished from the smooth fan lobster (Ibacus novemdentatus) by the many spines on the outer edge of the carapace. It is edible and tasty.
| Scientific name | Ibacus ciliatus |
|---|---|
| English name | Japanese fan lobster |
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