Blue Tuxedo Urchin

Mespilia Urchins should be added to well established aquariums with sand and plenty of algae covered rockwork with ledges, caves and crevices. Mespilia Urchins are considered to be reef safe. Invertebrates do not tolerate copper medications and are sensitive to water parameter changes. Mespilia Urchins are nocturnal meaning they are usually only active at night. Mespilia Urchins are considered to be easy to care for and peaceful. Urchins may disturb substrate and other tank inhabitants. It's essential to avoid using copper-based treatments in a tank with sea urchins, as it can harm them. Always follow the recommended guidelines for medication use in marine aquariums.

The Blue Tuxedo Urchin is also known as the Sphere Urchin or Globe Urchin. Commonly seen in the aquarium trade. Blue Tuxedo are a very lovely ornamental Urchin with blue short spines surrounded by velvety blue bands. Mespilia Urchins can grow to 3".

Water conditions: Salinity 1.023 - 1.025 Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Hardness 8 - 12 dKH