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Spiny lobster
Palinurus elephas
Photo: Georges Jansoone (JoJan) · CC BY 3.0
The Spiny lobster (Palinurus elephas) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents rocky bottoms and is found between 10 and 50 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: usually solitary.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Mediterranean | 9 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Langosta (es) · Lagosta (pt) · Langouste (fr) · Aragosta (it) · Languste (de) · Καραβίδα (el) · Jastog (hr) · Böcek (tr)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Spiny lobster?
It depends on the area. For example, Mediterranean: 9 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Spiny lobster found?
Usually between 10 and 50 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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