By the time World War II was coming to an end, lobster was considered a delicacy. American lobsters have two strong front claws, which are used for eating and tracking prey. They are gray, black or brown in color with blue underbellies. American lobster are solitary creatures. Lobster tail most often comes from this species, which are most commonly found off the coast of Florida.
Spiny lobsters have no claws and carry a spine studded shell.
This lobster often shares dens with others and prefers to socialize, unlike all other species of lobster. Shovel nose lobsters live in shallow, tropical waters and are the least sought after. Their eating and lifestyle habits also closely resemble that of the American lobster. In all, there are more than 30 varieties of lobster throughout the world. They have five pairs of jointed legs, one or more of which have been modified into pincers, while the rest serve as swimming legs.