Nephrops norvegicus is a crustacean that inhabits the sandy and muddy bottoms of the sea.

It has a long, elongated body

Its body is elongated and has long, spiny pincers. Its carapace, with ribs and spines, is pale orange-pinkish with reddish accents and white spots. The first pair of legs has slightly uneven, long, slender pincers.

It is a crustacean

It is a crustacean highly prized for having a very tasty white meat. The larger specimens are prepared grilled, and the medium-sized ones can be used in stews and rice dishes