Nephrops norvegicus

Scampi
Kaiserhummer
Noorse kreeft
Langoustine
Lagostino
Scampo

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 15 and 800 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 20 cm
Maximum age known : 8 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sea worms - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food