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Lobsters play a crucial role in ocean ecosystems, functioning as both predators and scavengers. However, the populations of European lobsters are in decline, prompting regulations in the EU and UK to protect their numbers. Regulations include size limits—lobsters must not be less than 90 millimeters—ensuring that younger lobsters are released back into the sea to mature. Moreover, regulations require that egg-bearing females be returned, emphasizing conservation in fishing practices.