Purple Short Spine Pin Cushion Urchin

Description:

The Purple Short Spine Pin Cushion Urchin is a small Urchin that has sharp protruding spines. They grow to only 2-3 inches. In Nature, these spines serve as their defense mechanism from predators. This species thrives best in tanks with plenty of live rock to explore and feed off of. During the day, the Purple Pin Cushion Urchin will find a corner or hiding spot to rest. At night, they will roam about the tank searching for food and algae on the substrate, rockwork, and glass. Like other Urchins, the Black Long Spine Urchin can be a good water quality indicator species as its spines will fall out if water quality is poor. Provide an aquarium with ample hiding places and room to roam.

Diet and Feeding: If there is insufficient algae growing in the aquarium for the Urchin to graze on, the diet should be supplemented with dried seaweed.

Reef Compatibility: Excellent will not harm inverts or corals!

Level of Care: Easy

Approximate Purchase Size: Medium: 1-1/2″ to 2″