The California spiny lobster is a marine crustacean known for its long, spiny antennae and lack of claws. It inhabits rocky reefs and kelp forests along the Pacific coast. This lobster feeds on sea urchins, mollusks, and detritus. It typically measures 12-16 inches and weighs 3-15 pounds. Nocturnal by nature, it is active at night. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Los Angeles Outer Harbor
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Palos Verdes Shoreline
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