Seven Colour Lobsters of Phuket: Unraveled

Phuket‘s renowned seven-colour lobster is poised to attain official recognition as one of Thailand’s geographical indication (GI) treasures, according to the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP).

Departing from the norm, Department Director-General Vuttikrai Leewiraphan disclosed that officials recently started an investigation to delve into the intricacies of seven-colour lobster farming and glean insights from the local entrepreneurs who have turned this unique crustacean into a gastronomic sensation among Phuket’s visitors.

Vuttikrai emphasised the department’s intention to elevate the seven-colour lobster to the status of a national GI product, aligning with the government’s strategic soft power policy aimed at boosting tourism and the local economy.

“Phuket is Thailand’s prime tourism province on the Andaman coast, boasting over…