Enoplometopidae
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Flame Lobster, Enoplometopus sp. Scott W. Michael
Overview
A single genus of small, often brightly colored lobsters that resemble freshwater crayfish and live on rocky bottoms on or near coral reefs. They are omnivorous scavengers and good aquarium subjects, easy to keep and harmless, except in very small tanks.
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Native range:
Taxonomic rank: Family
Common name: REEF LOBSTERS
| Total known | Total profiles | |
|---|---|---|
| Subfamilies | 0 | 0 |
| Genera | 0 | 2 |
| Species | 0 | 2 |
Subfamilies
none
Genera
- Enoplometopus
- Hoplometopus
Species
Reference: A PocketExpert Guide to Marine Invertebrates