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Linuparus meridionalis is a species of spiny lobster in the genus Linuparus. It lives on the sea floor around Australia, New Caledonia and parts of Indonesia, at depths of 71–315 m (233–1,033 ft). Formerly considered part of , it was recognised as a separate species in 2011, based on variation in colouration, and subtle morphological differences.