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Delivery fee €39.90.
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Tuxedo Urchin – Mespilia globulus
Common name: Tuxedo Urchin
Scientific name: Mespilia globulus
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Adult size: 5–7 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Herbivore
Minimum tank size: 80–100 L+
Reef safe: Yes
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Overview
The Tuxedo Urchin (Mespilia globulus) is a popular and reef-safe sea urchin known for its compact size and distinctive blue and black banded appearance. It is an effective algae grazer and an excellent addition to the clean-up crew in reef aquariums.
This species is also known for decorating itself with small shells, rubble, or coral fragments as camouflage.
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Behavior & Compatibility
Completely peaceful and safe with fish and corals.
May move unsecured coral frags or small rocks while grazing.
Best kept singly unless housed in a larger system with sufficient algae growth.
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Feeding
Primarily consumes:
• Film algae
• Coralline algae
• Hair algae
If natural algae becomes limited, supplement with dried marine algae (nori).
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Care Notes
• Requires stable salinity and water parameters
• Sensitive to rapid changes in alkalinity and salinity
• Does not tolerate copper-based medications
• Ensure secure aquascaping
A hardy and attractive algae controller that combines functionality with unique visual appeal in reef aquariums.
| Vendor: | Korallifarmi |
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| SKU: | MESPILIA |
| Weight: | 1.0 kg |
Korallfarmi is a marine aquarium specialist, specialty store and online store. We offer top-notch products, colorful corals and fish, and first-class expert, installation and maintenance services 🪸🐠
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