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Lobster
Lobsters are crustaceans closely related to shrimp and crabs. These bottom-dwelling, creatures are found in all of the world’s oceans and are a popular seafood dish.
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How long does live lobster last alive in fridge afterr purchase at market?
Up to a week, if lively when purchased. Put wet news paper around him to keep him moist. When you buy the lobster, make sure his claws & tail are extending out. A lively lobster will often start flicking his tail or be sticking straight out. If he is not lively & his claws Tail are hanging down & bearly moving, he is near death
How does a lobster obtain food?
Lobsters ( Homarus americanus) have two claws. One is a crusher claw which it uses to open shellfish such as clams and muscles to get at the tender meat inside. The other claw is a feeder claw or pincher which is more manoeuvrable and it brings the food to its mouth this way. Lobsters can also just feed by positioning its mouth close to its food which is how damaged ( clawless) lobsters can continue to eat. Spiney lobsters (Panulirus argus) do not have either the crusher or the feeder claw yet they eat well.
Where can one find information on how to steam lobster tails?
When looking for information on cooking many people automatically go to look at websites but often better information ca be found in cookery books. For something like cooking a lobster then try looking in the books in the library.
Do lobster scream when you cook them?
Lobsters do not have vocal chords and are therefore incapable of screaming. The sound heard is actually steam being released from between the animal's body and its carapace (or shell covering)
This however, does NOT mean that the lobster dies pain-free. In fact, though it cannot see or hear very well, it is has a very sensitive tactile sense (or sense of touch). FYI: Zoologists have confirmed that it takes the average lobster between 35-45 seconds to die. And yes, they do feel pain.
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Although this issue has been the subject of intense debate over the years, modern studies tend toward the hypothesis that most invertebrates, lacking a central nervous system, do not feel pain. For more information, consult: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2005/02/14/tech/main673989.shtml
How does the exoskeleton protect the lobster?
They are arthropods and invertebrates; having no internal skeleton, they require an exoskeleton. They are basically underwater cockroaches (actually, they share more similarities with scorpions).
the average life of a lobster is about 560-600 years in areas with limited predators. They almost always die from causes other than old age. Either eaten or caught.
What are some physical characteristics of a lobster?
A lobster has bilateral symmetry. It has two claws which are used for collecting and eating prey. It has walking legs for walking on the sea floor and at the end of them there are swimming appendages so they can swim. There are many types of lobster and each one has specific features, but those are some common ones of lobsters.
Most don't but there is a frog in Africa that does. Only one I can think of but the broth is from the back of the animal and number in the hundreds.
How many Red Lobster restaurants are there in the United States?
As of may, 2013 there are no active Red Lobster Restaurants in Puerto Rico. It was announced on January 22, 2013 that three Red Lobster Restaurants would be opened on the island by 2017.
Can live lobsters be frozen before cooking them?
Very many people believe live lobsters, crabs, and other live crustaceans should be frozen before cooking. Freezing (wrap them first in a kitchen towel) sends them gently off to sleep, so when you put them into boiling water they feel no pain. The brief freezing period to ensure they are killed humanely is not sufficient to affect the flavour.
What is the common name for a lobster?
Lobster is generally referred to commonly as lobster. It has many relatives that resemble it such as the crayfish (crawdad). Follow the provided link to find out more information on lobster such as the taxonometric name. l
What animals prey on lobsters?
When lobsters are young, their predators are different kinds of fish, usually cod, tench, flounder, sculpin, wolffish, ocean pout, monkfish, and dogfish.
Adult lobsters have no real predators except man. When they are moulting (throwing off their too-small shells) they are vulnerable to other sea creatures, but they usually change in a sheltered place.
Why does molting in a crayfish occur?
A crawfish molts because it grows too big for its outer shell. Before molting they grow another exoskeleton underneath the old one then release an enzyme to get rid of the old one. After shedding their old exoskeleton they usually hide until their new one is hard enough to protect them.
Is a lobster related to the spider?
yes, they are both arthropods. They do though belong to two different subphylla.The spiders are arachnids and the lobster is a crustacean
Are lobsters endangered or threated?
The main danger from lobsters is from their claws. The claws of lobsters are very powerful, and can easily break a finger or even an arm if you are handling a large lobster. Care should be used whenever handling clawed lobsters. Although the muscles used to close the claw are very strong, the muscles used to open the claw are quite weak. So a tight rubber band around the claws of lobsters is enough to keep them closed and makes for much safer handling of live lobsters.
What do lobsters use their claws for?
Male crabs use them to show off and fight other males for female attention. Male fiddler crabs use their giant claws to keep cool as well as attract females. They can also be used for defensive purposes.
If the crab is not so smart and gets caught in a crab pot, then the claw is used for dipping into butte
Who serves the best lobster roll in Rhode Island?
Easton's Beach Snack Bar Newport RI serves twin lobster rolls with a few fries for $10.99 for info visit www.eastonsbeach.com
How long does lobster stay fresh in the refrigerator before cooking?
Cooked lobster should be good for 3-4 days, according to people who sell it. To be on the safe side, I'd stick to three days tops. I don't think you could keep it much longer without being all too aware that it wasn't safe to eat. Not much smells worse than lobster that's gone bad.
They are similar creatures, yes. They are both exoskeletal (have their skeletons on the outside), so they both belong to the Phylum Arthropod (Linnaean taxonomy classifies living things into Kingdoms --> Phylum --> Class --> Order --> Family --> Genus --> Species). For more on Linnaean taxonomy and Arthropods, see the Related Links below.
