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What type of habitat do these lobsters prefer?
Rocky bottoms or dense seaweed.
How large can a Maine Lobster be?
They were said to grow to 5-6 feet, or about 150-years old
in colonial times before the lobster industry began in the
1800's. The largest lobster on record is 43 pounds, or about
100 years old.
What do Maine Lobsters eat?
Mussels, clams, urchins and flounder. They may also eat
other lobsters of their own kind...that is the reason why you
may see rubber bands around their claws.
What time of day do lobsters eat?
At night, most of their movement occurs right after sunset.
How many pairs of legs does a lobster have?
5-pairs
What is the difference between the two claws?
One is a more slender "ripper" claw and the other is the
much larger "crusher" claw.
Can a lobster be "right-handed"?
Most are, with the crusher claw on the right.
What color pigments make up a lobster's color?
Red, yellow and blue. A dark greenish color is the most
common color for Maine Lobsters. However, variations
occur as a result of diet and mutation; some rare colors
include: blue, black, pink, calico, albino, yellow and orange.
Do lobsters ever float?
Yes, for the first 4 weeks of their life, until they grow their
front claws.
TRUE or FALSE...Lobsters have compound eyes, that is, their eyes are made up of thousands
of tiny eyes that are very sensitive to light.
TRUE