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Heaviest lobster caught

The current heaviest lobster caught record is 44 lb, held by American or North Atlantic lobster (*Homarus americanus*) caught off Nova Scotia, set on February 11, 1977. Last checked October 14, 2026.

44

lb

American or North Atlantic lobster (*Homarus americanus*) caught off Nova Scotia

Off Nova Scotia, Canada, 1977

Holder
American or North Atlantic lobster (*Homarus americanus*) caught off Nova Scotia
Record
44 lb
Metric
20.1 kg
Exact figure
20.14 kg (44 lb 6 oz)
Location
Off Nova Scotia, Canada
Date set
February 11, 1977
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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