Florida Keys Spiny Lobster
One of the Florida Keys' most distinctive seafood treasures, Florida spiny lobster is known for its colorful shell, armored body and sweet tail meat.
What Is A Spiny Lobster?
Spiny lobster is a general name given to about four dozen species of clawless lobster found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide, as well as in colder waters of the Southern Hemisphere.
No Claws. Plenty Of Character.
Unlike the familiar American lobster, the Florida spiny lobster does not have large front claws.
Instead, the species is distinguished by the sharp, short spines found along the length of its body and tail. Its long antennae and armored shell give the spiny lobster its unmistakable appearance.
The original Fishbusterz description notes that these lobsters may be beautifully marked with bright green, blue and yellow spots over an orange or brown shell.
What Makes It Different?
Florida spiny lobster looks very different from the cold-water lobster many people first picture when they hear the word "lobster."
Clawless Lobster
Spiny lobster does not have the large claws associated with the American lobster.
Spiny Shell
Short, sharp spines along the body and tail help give this lobster both its appearance and its name.
Rock Lobster
The terms “rock lobster” and “spiny lobster” are commonly used interchangeably.
Florida Keys Seafood From The Source
Florida spiny lobster is one of the iconic seafood products of the Florida Keys and an important part of the local seafood tradition.
Fishbusterz Fisheries in Key West specializes in Florida seafood including spiny lobster, Key West Pink Shrimp, snapper, grouper and other fresh Florida Keys favorites.
Buy Florida Spiny Lobster
Shop lobster and lobster tails online through Key West Seafood Depot.
Key West, FL 33040