Galathea squamifera reaches 6 cm. Small squat lobster (Galatheidae) Mediterranean and temperate East Atlantic with olive-green to brown body with distinctive scales on carapace (hence squamifera, scaly). Medium claws. Lives from 0 to 70 m under stones and coastal rocky crevices of Mediterranean, North Sea, temperate Atlantic. Less flamboyant cousin of Galathea strigosa (batch 9 electric blue lines). Opportunistic predator. Discreet macro photo subject of shallow Med dives.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Black squat lobster?
Black squat lobster (Galathea squamifera) reaches 3–6 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Black squat lobster?
Black squat lobster is found between 0–70 m deep.
Is the Black squat lobster dangerous to divers?
Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Black squat lobster?