Top Longlegged Spiny Lobster Fishing Countries

The Top Longlegged Spiny Lobster (Panulirus longipes), known for its elongated walking legs and robust spiny carapace, is a valuable crustacean species found throughout the Indo-Pacific region. This lobster is highly prized for its sweet, tender meat, making it a target for commercial and artisanal fisheries. The primary countries engaged in harvesting the Top Longlegged Spiny Lobster include Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Sri Lanka, and various Pacific island nations. These countries operate both small-scale and industrial fisheries, supplying local markets and exporting to international destinations, particularly in East Asia. Overfishing and habitat degradation have raised concerns about the sustainability of this species, prompting some countries to implement management measures such as size limits, closed seasons, and marine protected areas to ensure the long-term viability of the Top Longlegged Spiny Lobster fishery.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.