Daum's Reef Lobster

Daum's Reef Lobster

Enoplometopus daumi

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Min Tank Size

30 gal

Max Size

5.1"

Temperature

72–79°F

pH Range

8.1–8.4

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Omnivore

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Overview

The Daum's Reef Lobster (Enoplometopus daumi) is a intermediate saltwater species known for its orange, red spots, purple claws coloration. Orange with red spots and purple claws. Bottom.

Origin & Appearance

Origin: Indo-Pacific.

Colors: Orange, Red spots, Purple claws.

Body Shape: Crayfish/Lobster (elongate crustacean). Typical adult dimensions: 13.0 x 3.9 x 3.2.

Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.

Tank & Water Requirements

Min Tank Size30 gallons
Temperature7279°F
pH Range8.18.4
Water Hardness (GH)dKH 8-12
Bioloadmedium
Oxygen Demandmedium
Plant Safeyes
Aquarium PositionBottom

Behavior & Activity

Nocturnal cave-dweller; hides during day; walks over reef at night foraging; similar movement to Debelius; orange body visible

Speed: 22/100Aggression: 5/10nocturnal

Breeding

Difficult

Common Diseases

💊 Sensitive to copper

Expert Notes

Orange with red spots and purple claws

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