Rock lobsters, also known as spiny lobsters, are a type of crustacean found in warm coastal waters around the world. Unlike true lobsters, they lack large pincers and have long, spiny antennae. They typically inhabit rocky crevices and are known for their ability to escape predators by quickly swimming backward using their tails. These lobsters are popular in seafood cuisine and are often harvested for their meat. Rock lobsters are usually caught using traps or by diving. They play an important role in marine ecosystems, serving as both predators and prey within their habitats.