Boiling lobsters is illegal in some countries.

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Is it true that boiling lobsters is illegal in some countries?

Yes. A reference article states that boiling lobsters has been banned in several jurisdictions, naming Switzerland, New Zealand and parts of Italy, and a book notes some countries have banned boiling live lobsters.

Verdict: SUPPORTED · 2 sources for, 0 against · Last checked 17 Oct 2026

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Lobster

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Lobster. (n.d.). en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lobster

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The Hidden Lives of Lab Animals

2026

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Carbone, L. (2026). The Hidden Lives of Lab Animals. play.google.com. https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=YNWDEQAAQBAJ&source=gbs_api

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