LongSpine Urchin
Diadema sp.
These Long Spine urchins are excellent algae controllers for an aquarium housing aggressive fish. They come out at night to feed, and hide during the day within rock crevices. It is important to note that it is venomous, Its sting has been compared to that of a bee sting.
| COMMON NAME: |
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LongSpine Urchin |
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| SCIENTIFIC NAME: |
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Diadema sp. |
| SIZE AVAILABLE: |
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~1 inch |
| MINIMUM TANK SIZE: |
|
20 gallons |
| FOOD/DIET: |
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Herbivore |
| CARE LEVEL: |
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Moderately Easy |
| REEF SAFE: |
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Yes |
| AVAILABILITY: |
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Most always available - 99% |
