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Crustaceans: Lobsters, Spiny Lobsters, Slipper Lobsters, Squat Lobsters, King Crabs, and Crabs

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MARINE DECAPOD CRUSTACEANS: Lobsters, spiny lobsters, slipper lobsters, squat lobsters, king crabs, crabs, hermits, prawns & shrimps

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Crustaceans are a diverse group of aquatic animals that includes lobsters, spiny lobsters, slipper lobsters, squat lobsters, king crabs, and crabs. These animals are all characterized by their hard exoskeletons, jointed appendages, and segmented bodies. Crustaceans play an important role in the marine ecosystem as both predators and prey.

Lobsters

Lobsters are large crustaceans that are found in all oceans. They have a long, cylindrical body with a pair of large claws on their front end. Lobsters are scavengers and predators that feed on a variety of animals, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. Lobsters are a popular seafood item and are often boiled or steamed before being eaten.

Spiny Lobsters

Spiny lobsters are similar to lobsters, but they have a more elongated body and their claws are covered in spines. Spiny lobsters are found in warm waters around the world. They are also scavengers and predators, and they feed on a variety of animals, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. Spiny lobsters are a popular seafood item and are often boiled or steamed before being eaten.

Slipper Lobsters

Slipper lobsters are small, flat crustaceans that are found in shallow waters around the world. They have a flattened body with a pair of large claws on their front end. Slipper lobsters are scavengers and predators that feed on a variety of animals, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. Slipper lobsters are not as popular as lobsters or spiny lobsters, but they are still considered a delicacy in some cultures.

Squat Lobsters

Squat lobsters are small, crab-like crustaceans that are found in deep waters around the world. They have a short, flattened body with a pair of large claws on their front end. Squat lobsters are scavengers and predators that feed on a variety of animals, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. Squat lobsters are not a popular seafood item, but they are sometimes used as bait for other fish.

King Crabs

King crabs are large crustaceans that are found in cold waters around the world. They have a long, cylindrical body with a pair of large claws on their front end. King crabs are scavengers and predators that feed on a variety of animals, including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. King crabs are a popular seafood item and are often boiled or steamed before being eaten.