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Pencil Urchin
The Pencil Urchin. This urchin has no problems being housed with more aggressive fish. Pencil Urchin are great at controlling algae but can also be destructive to corals. Drip acclimation is highly recommended. This species is intolerant of copper as well as high levels of nitrates
Pencil Urchin
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Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes
Family: Diadematidae
Native To: Indo-Pacific
Diet: Herbivore
Adult Size: Up to 10"
Temperature: 72 - 78°F
Water Parameters: sg 1.023-1.026; pH 8.1-8.4; dKH 8-12
Care Level: Easy
Scientific Name: Diadema sp.
Environment: Marine
- Known as the Mine Urchin
- Excellent controller of nuisance algae
- Best to drip acclimate
Usually Leaves Warehouse the Next Business Day
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1.5"-3.5" Length
SKU:
1373331
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