Tuxedo Urchin (Mespilia globulus)
Invertebrate in the family Echinometridae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Herbivorous grazer feeding on algae, seaweed, and detritus. Supplement with nori, spirulina, and commercial urchin food.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including East African reefs and Southeast Asia.
Keeper notes
• Minimum 20 gallon tank • Prefers well-lit reef conditions with moderate to strong water flow • Temperature range 72–78°F; maintain stable salinity (SG 1.023–1.025) and pH 8.1–8.3 • Grazes on algae, detritus, and biofilm; supplement with algae wafers if food is scarce • Nocturnal grazer; provide rocky structures and crevices for daytime shelter
Log Tuxedo Urchin in your reef tank
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