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cigale de mer [1 record]

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Record 1 2006-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Crustaceans
  • Commercial Fishing
DEF

A family of achelate (clawless) decapod crustaceans found in all warm oceans and seas. Despite their name, they are not true lobsters, but are more closely related to spiny lobsters and furry lobsters.

OBS

Slipper lobsters are instantly recognisable by their enlarged antennae, which project forward from the head as wide plates.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Crustacés
  • Pêche commerciale
DEF

Crustacé décapode présent sur les fonds rocheux de l'Atlantique nord-est

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Crustáceos
  • Pesca comercial
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