Spiny Live Lobster

Jasus Frontalis

The Lobster is found mainly in the Juan Fernandez archipelago and exported live to Europe and Asia. It is available from October to May and its meat is a unique flavor that has earned an international reputation.

This product requires a very complex logistical starting with the mainland bring on a plane specially hired for that and that makes Valparaiso where they are given a rest period in pools containing sea water which is constantly renewed. After 2-3 days is living in special boxes exported to Asia and Europe mainly.

Their average weight is 750-800 grams with an average size of 25 cm (without antennas).