Lauriea siagiani
Hairy squat lobster
This small species of lobster is found exclusively on barrel sponges. It is bright pink with purple stripes on its legs and along its body. The whole body is decorated with white bristles, which make up the skeleton of the sponge. Usually a pair or a small group of squat lobsters share one sponge.
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
