Slipper Lobster
Parribacus antarcticus
Sighting evidence at Beauty Cave, Little Liuqiu Island
Slipper lobsters occupy the shaded undersides of boulders and cave ledges throughout the site, identifiable by their flattened antennae plates and boxy armored body. They are largely nocturnal but can be found resting in the same locations on successive dives, making them a reliable macro subject for underwater photographers. Their unusual flattened body plan is an evolutionary adaptation for wedging into narrow rock crevices beyond the reach of larger predators.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Slipper Lobster is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.