Feeding ecology of Nephrops norvegicus (Decapoda: Nephropidae)

The stomach contents of 248 Norway lobsters were analysed. Prey specimens were identified to the lowest taxonomical level possible. The frequency of occurrence method was used to analyse the data and the results are presented considering only major groups. The results obtained indicate great diversity in terms of prey in the stomachs of Nephrops norvegicus, with a clear preference for decapods, followed by other crustaceans and fish. Seasonal changes in the diet were not significant; particularly for the major groups.