LOBSTER

Lobsters are marine crustaceans known for their hard shells, long antennae, and large, powerful claws. They belong to the family Nephropidae and are a popular seafood delicacy. Here are some interesting facts about lobsters:

Physical Characteristics

• Claws: Lobsters have two main types of claws, a crusher claw for breaking shells and a pincer claw for cutting and tearing food.
• Color: Though typically dark bluish-green or brown, lobsters can come in rare colors like blue, orange, yellow, or even albino due to genetic mutations. However, they all turn red when cooked.
• Size and Lifespan: Lobsters can live over 50 years and continue growing throughout their lives, often weighing up to 20 pounds or more.

Behavior and Habitat

• Habitat: They are typically found on the ocean floor along continental shelves, hiding in crevices or burrows.
• Diet: Lobsters are omnivorous and eat a variety of foods, including fish, mollusks, worms, and algae.
• Movement: Lobsters can move both forwards and backwards. They use their tail to propel themselves quickly backward when startled.

Fun Facts

• Regeneration: Lobsters can regenerate lost limbs, although it takes time.
• Social Interaction: Despite being generally solitary, lobsters communicate using chemical signals by releasing pheromones in their urine!
• Cooking Myth: Lobsters were once considered "poor man's food" and were so abundant they were fed to prisoners and indentured servants.