Pincushion Tuxedo Urchin (Mespilia globulus)
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Pincushion Tuxedo Urchin
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Pincushion Tuxedo Urchin
Mespilia globulus
76 Litres (20 US G.)
5.1-7.6cm (2-3 ")
8.1 - 8.4
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
3-5 years
Contents
Alternative names
- Pincushion Tuxedo Urchin, Blue Tuxedo Urchin, Sphere Urchin, Globe Urchin, Crown Urchin, Royal Urchin
Sexing
- Unknown
Tank compatibility
- Unknown
Diet
- This is a herbivorous Urchin and will graze on algae and phytoplankton. It can be supplemented with dry seaweed.
Feeding regime
- How often to feed, etc.
Environment Specifics
- It is sensitive to high levels of copper-based medications and it will not tolerate high nitrate levels.
Behaviour
- Unknown
Identification
- How to id the animal.
