Spineless Tuxedo Urchin - Mespilia globulus CardinalsSpineless Tuxedo Urchin (Mespilia globulus) The Spineless Tuxedo Urchin, Mespilia globulus, is a compact and attractive marine algae grazing urchin with a rounded body, short neat spines and striking blue, black, red, brown or green banding depending on the individual. Also known as the Tuxedo Urchin, Blue Tuxedo Urchin, Globular Sea Urchin or Sphere Sea Urchin, this Indo Pacific invertebrate is a popular reef aquarium grazer for mature systems. It is
Odonus niger
They are best kept with suitably robust marine fish rather than very timid species
finished with a bright yellow tail
though a single specimen is often easiest
Accuracy: ±1 deg C (30 - 50 deg C)
Place of origin: Western Indian Ocean
enriched brineshrimp and other suitably sized reef feeds
A magnetically attached optical grade magnifier that can be positioned anywhere on your aquarium
Coastal to outer reef habitats
bleaching or tissue stress
fast-growing marine wrasse known for one of the most striking juvenile-to-adult colour changes in the hobby
Common in trade / Availability can vary depending on size
