Hunchback Locust Lobster

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Decapoda (Decapoda)

Family

Scyllaridae

Genus

Petrarctus

Species

Petrarctus rugosus (Hunchback Locust Lobster)

Similar Species in Petrarctus

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Blue-back Locust Lobster

Petrarctus brevicornis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hunchback Locust Lobster?

The scientific name of Hunchback Locust Lobster is Petrarctus rugosus. It belongs to the genus Petrarctus.

What is the conservation status of Hunchback Locust Lobster?

Hunchback Locust Lobster (Petrarctus rugosus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hunchback Locust Lobster live?

Hunchback Locust Lobster is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Hunchback Locust Lobster belong to?

Hunchback Locust Lobster (Petrarctus rugosus) belongs to the genus Petrarctus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyllaridae.

Is Hunchback Locust Lobster endangered?

No, Hunchback Locust Lobster (Petrarctus rugosus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hunchback Locust Lobster belong to?

Hunchback Locust Lobster (Petrarctus rugosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Hunchback Locust Lobster?

The closest relatives of Hunchback Locust Lobster in the genus Petrarctus include Blue-back Locust Lobster.