Experience the uniqueness of the Pincushion Urchin (Lytechinus variegatus) with its oval to round body adorned with hundreds of uniform spines in varying hues of red, purple, and white and blue. This exquisite creature requires ample hiding places and space to forage in a luxurious home aquarium environment. During the day, it elegantly hides in caves or creates a burrow in thick substrates, only to emerge at night to gracefully graze on algae using its suctorial podia that are aligned in five doubled rows.
For a truly indulgent experience, ensure the aquarium includes large amounts of live rock for grazing and sturdy rock formations to withstand its movements. Though a solitary creature, it may tolerate another of its own kind in the ultimate display of exclusivity. Prized for its rarity and distinction, it is sensitive to copper-based medications and high nitrates, requiring only the utmost care in water quality.
Comes in various colours.
Purchase Size: approx 2"
* All Livestock is for Sale in Singapore only and and Not Available for overseas export.
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