Red Hawai'ian Reef Lobster (Enoplometopus occidentalis)

Red Hawai'ian Reef Lobster

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Red Hawai'ian Reef Lobster

Enoplometopus occidentalis

Difficulty

Easy

Min. Tank Size

189 Litres (50 US G.)

Size

10.2-12.7cm (4-5 ")

sg

1.02 - 1.025

pH

8.1 - 8.4

Temp.

22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio

1:1 M:F

Availability

Common

Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

5-9 years

Habitat

Indo-Pacific

This animal is available captive bred

Alternative Names

Hawai'ian Reef Lobster, Hairy Lobster

Sexing

Requires close examination

Tank Compatibility

Peaceful

Diet

Omnivorous; it may harm small fishes, and invertebrates.

Feeding Regime

Daily.

Environment Specifics

Reef tank

Behaviour

May harm small fishes, and invertebrates.

Identification

Is red; resembles Crayfish.