Spined Sentinel

Huw Penson has masterfully captured the intricate beauty of a Pronghorn spiny lobster at Koh Tachai Pinnacle, showcasing the species’ magnificent array of sensory antennae against the vibrant coral backdrop that makes this site famous. The photograph perfectly demonstrates why Koh Tachai Pinnacle is renowned as the premier location for encountering these spectacular crustaceans – the site’s unique topography of swim-throughs, caves, and coral-encrusted walls provides ideal habitat for these nocturnal hunters. The composition highlights the lobster’s distinctive pink and brown banded carapace and the mesmerising complexity of its antennae network, captured during what appears to be an evening dive when these creatures are most active on any Similan liveaboard itinerary.