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The primary defensive feature in lobsters would be their behavior - avoidance of predators; they hide in crags or bury themselves in silt, or otherwise hide. This is especially important after they shed. A mottling or other coloration effects help. When confronted, they can use their claws to attack, or implement a flight reflex called the caridoid escape reaction by compressing their tail (abdomen) to swim backwards. There are also social defence behaviors, where they can group to increase mutual safety.

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