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  1. Wikipedia
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    Ibacus peronii - Wikipedia

    • Ibacus peronii, the Balmain bug or butterfly fan lobster, is a species of slipper lobster. It lives in shallow waters around Australia and is the subject of small-scale fishery. It is a flattened, reddish brown animal, up to 23 cm (9 in) long and 14 cm (6 in) wide, with flattened antennae and no claws. See more

    Description

    In common with other slipper lobsters, Ibacus peronii has a broad, flattened body and a large carapace. The … See more

    Distribution and ecology

    It is found at depths of 20–450 metres (66–1,476 ft) off the coast of Australia from Southport in Queensland to Geraldton in Western Australia. A further population exists in Western Australia from Port Hedland to … See more

    Fishery

    Ibacus peronii is the most commercially important species in the genus Ibacus. Only wild-caught Ibacus peronii are available, although some research into aquaculture is ongoing. The fishery for I. peronii is focussed ar… See more

    What’s a Balmain Bug, and Why Do Australians Love Them?
    Balmain bugs and Moreton Bay bugs are crustaceans that look like giant pill bugs, but taste like lobster. Learn about their origin, popularity, and preparation in this article from Saveur.
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    The Balmain Bug is a type of slipper lobster and is closely related to the rock lobsters. It is a popular, edible crustacean common throughout Sydney fish markets and fish shops.

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    The Balmain Bug is a type of slipper lobster and is closely related to the rock lobsters. It is a popular, edible crustacean common throughout Sydney fish markets and fish shops. The Balmain Bug has no pincers and uses its short, wide antennae to dig into sand and mud on the ocean floor in search of food.

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    What’s a Balmain Bug, and Why Do Australians Love …

    Jun 25, 2018 · Balmain bugs and Moreton Bay bugs are crustaceans that look like giant pill bugs, but taste like lobster. Learn about their origin, popularity, and preparation in this article from Saveur.

  4. The Australian Museum
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    Balmain Bug - The Australian Museum

  5. Facts.net
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    19 Facts About Balmain Bug

    Oct 14, 2024 · Balmain Bugs, also known as Moreton Bay Bugs, are a prized delicacy known for their sweet and delicate flavor. In this article, we will uncover 19 fascinating facts about Balmain Bugs that will surely pique your interest.

  6. Yachting World
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    Balmain Bug: the classic skiff that’s too much sail and not enough …

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  8. Wikiwand
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  9. GoodFish
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    Balmain Bug - GoodFish

    The term ‘Balmain bugs’ refers to four species of fan lobster that occur along the eastern coastline of Australia. Balmain bugs are caught in trawl fisheries in NSW and QLD, with the majority caught in QLD. The same stock is caught in …

  10. NSW Department of Primary Industries
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    Balmain Bug - NSW Department of Primary Industries

    Learn about the Balmain Bug, a flat, reddish-coloured crustacean that lives in soft sediments in southern Australia. Find out its scientific name, characteristics, size, distribution and how to distinguish it from the Moreton Bay Bug.

  11. boondockingrecipes.com
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    Australian Char-Grilled Balmain Bug Recipe - Our Big Escape

  12. Sail Universe
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    "Too much sail and not enough boat": discover The Balmain Bug