The **Purple Lobster** is a captivating, smaller lobster species with a predominantly reddish-purple hue. These lobsters grow up to 5 inches and require a minimum tank size of 90 gallons. Known for their semi-aggressive nature, **Purple Lobsters** generally coexist peacefully with most fish, corals, and invertebrates, though they may show aggression towards other lobsters and smaller invertebrates. Caution is advised when introducing them to a reef tank, as they might target smaller, slower fish.

**Purple Lobsters** thrive in tanks abundant with live rock, providing them with hiding spots and territory. They are excellent at scavenging leftover food, making them valuable members of a tank's cleanup crew. As omnivores, they primarily consume leftover food, but their diet can be supplemented with mysis and brine shrimp, high-quality frozen foods, and premium flake and pellet foods.

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
  Max Size: 5 inches
  Tank Requirement: 90 Gallons
  Color: Purple, Red
  Diet: Omnivorous
  Natural Habitat: Indo-Pacific Ocean, Caribbean
  Reef Suitability: Yes, with caution
  Skill Level: Beginner
  Water Parameters: 74-82?F, SG 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
  Alternate Name: Daum's Reef Lobster

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Size Categories: Small (up to 2"), Small/Medium (2-2.5"), Medium (2.5-3"), Medium/Large (3-3.5"), Large (3.5-4"), Extra Large (over 4")

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