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Family
Scyllaridae
Slipper lobsters have
paddle-shaped antennae and are typically found on cavern ceilings during
the day. Large species are no longer common due to heavy
fishing pressure and disregard for local laws. Minimum tail width is 2.75
inches. Illegal to harvest from May through August, spearing and
taking of females with eggs prohibited.
http://hawaii.gov/dlnr/dar/regulated_fish_mia.html
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CIRCUMTROPICAL
Parribacus antarcticus
Puako, Hawaii, 15 feet
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Typical habit, Kahe Point, Oahu, 35 feet |
Larva, Puako, Hawaii
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Makapu'u tidepool, Oahu |
100 ft. Hole, Waikiki, Oahu, 80 feet
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Makai Pier, Waimanalo, Oahu, 10 feet |
Mahi Wreck, Oahu, 85 feet
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Diamond Head, Oahu |
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BROWN SLIPPER LOBSTER
Common on shallow reefs at night.
Clings to the underside of large slabs or ledges by day. Its eyes appear to glow when lighted.
Margins serrated. Attains 6 inches. Worldwide in warm seas. |
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