European Lobster

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Decapoda (Decapoda)

Family

Nephropidae

Genus

Homarus

Species

Homarus gammarus (European Lobster)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Bogavante

French Homard Européen

German Europäischer Hummer

Similar Species in Homarus

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American Clawed Lobster

Homarus americanus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Lobster?

The scientific name of European Lobster is Homarus gammarus. It belongs to the genus Homarus.

What is the conservation status of European Lobster?

European Lobster (Homarus gammarus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European Lobster live?

European Lobster is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does European Lobster belong to?

European Lobster (Homarus gammarus) belongs to the genus Homarus, which is part of the taxonomic family Nephropidae.

Is European Lobster endangered?

No, European Lobster (Homarus gammarus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does European Lobster belong to?

European Lobster (Homarus gammarus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of European Lobster?

The closest relatives of European Lobster in the genus Homarus include American Clawed Lobster.