The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization prefers the name flathead lobster, while in Australia, it is more widely known as the Moreton Bay bug (often shortened to just bug) after Moreton …

Most easily distinguished from similar species by the position of the eyes on the outer edge of the shell; Balmain Bugs’ eyes are located in the centre of the shell and those of Slipper Lobsters are closer to …

When we put together a seafood platter, we choose Moreton Bay bugs instead of lobster. They taste similar to lobster yet are about 70% cheaper at ~$40/kg.

Grilled to perfection and brushed with a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce, this dish is a celebration of coastal flavors. Originating from the waters of Australia, Moreton Bay Bugs are known for their …

Moreton Bay Bug The meat of bugs, found only in the tail, has a medium-to-strong flavour. They can be bought as frozen meat or whole, to be eaten on their own as an entrÈe, or as part of a main dish. …

Moreton Bay bugs live in muddy or sandy bottoms up to a depth of 100 m. They belong to the genus Thenus of which there are two main species—reef bugs (Thenus australiensis) and mud bugs (T. …

Found on muddy or sandy bottoms at 10-60m, north from northern NSW to Shark Bay in WA, though caught primarily between Cairns and Bundaberg as bycatch of Prawn and Scallop fisheries. They …

Place bugs, shell-side down, on the barbecue. Close the lid and cook for 6 minutes, or until almost cooked through, then turn and cook, flesh-side down, for 1 minute, or until lightly charred.

Moreton Bay Bugs are a type of prawn that is native to the waters of Moreton Bay in Queensland, Australia. These bugs are prized for their tender flesh and sweet flavor, making them a popular …

Reef Bug (Thenus australiensis) and Mud Bug (Thenus parindicus) are known collectively as ‘Moreton Bay Bugs’. Moreton Bay Bugs are distributed along the tropical and subtropical coast of Australia …