American lobster
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American lobster
American lobster (Homarus americanus) on the seabed. This lobster inhabits the eastern coast of North America. It is nocturnal, hiding in a den by day and emerging at night to scavenge and feed on invertebrates. Its claws have evolved to perform specific tasks. One (centre right) has large teeth-like, flat surfaces used to crush its prey. The other claw (centre left) has fine teeth-like serrations used to cut and shred its food. It may grow up to a metre in length, but is now rare due to extensive fishing. Photographed in the Bay of Fundy, Canada
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Canada Canadian Crustacean Endangered Floor Rare Sea Bed American Lobster Bay Of Fundy Homarus Americanus
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This print showcases the majestic American lobster, known scientifically as Homarus americanus, gracefully resting on the vibrant seabed. Native to the eastern coast of North America, this nocturnal creature spends its days hidden in a den and emerges under the cover of darkness to scavenge for food among various invertebrates. The photograph beautifully captures the intricate details of this remarkable crustacean's claws. Positioned at the center right, one claw exhibits large teeth-like flat surfaces specifically designed to crush its prey with ease. In contrast, the other claw situated at center left displays fine teeth-like serrations that enable it to cut and shred its food meticulously. Once reaching lengths up to a meter long, these magnificent lobsters have become increasingly rare due to extensive fishing practices. The image was taken in Canada's Bay of Fundy—a breathtaking location renowned for its diverse marine life. As we admire this extraordinary snapshot from Science Photo Library, let us reflect upon both nature's wonders and our responsibility towards preserving endangered species like Homarus americanus. This mesmerizing glimpse into underwater life serves as a reminder of our interconnectedness with Earth's ecosystems and urges us to protect them for future generations.
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