{"id":12840,"date":"2026-02-17T23:28:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:28:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/spineless-sea-urchin-red-and-blue-mespilia-globulus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:28:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:28:28","slug":"spineless-sea-urchin-red-and-blue-mespilia-globulus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=spineless-sea-urchin-red-and-blue-mespilia-globulus","title":{"rendered":"Spineless Sea Urchin Red and Blue Mespilia Globulus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spineless Red & Blue Sea Urchin \u2013 Mespilia globulus<\/em><\/h3>\n

Overview:<\/strong>
The Spineless Sea Urchin<\/strong> (also called the Blue Tuxedo Urchin<\/strong>) is a small, reef-friendly echinoderm prized for its brilliant blue and red bands<\/strong> and short, blunt spines. Unlike many urchins, its spines are rounded and non-piercing<\/strong>, making it a much safer choice for community reef tanks.<\/p>\n

Origin:<\/strong>
Native to Indo-Pacific reefs<\/strong>, especially around Fiji, Tonga, and Indonesia<\/strong>, where it inhabits coral rubble zones and lagoons.<\/p>\n

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Feeding:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Primarily an algae grazer<\/strong>, consuming coralline and film algae.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Will also scavenge detritus and leftover food<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Can be supplemented with nori, spirulina, and algae wafers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Tank Mates:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Completely reef-safe<\/strong> and compatible with corals, clams, and most peaceful fish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Avoid housing with predators that eat echinoderms (e.g., triggers, puffers, large wrasses).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Aggression Level:<\/strong>
      Peaceful.<\/strong> Non-aggressive and harmless to other tank mates.<\/p>\n

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      Experience Level:<\/strong>
      Beginner-Friendly.<\/strong> Hardy and easy to keep, provided the tank has enough algae growth or supplemental feeding.<\/p>\n

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      Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Temperature: 74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        pH: 8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Salinity: 1.023\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Tank Size: 30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Unique Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Brilliant blue and red banding<\/strong> with short, non-stinging spines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Will often carry shells, coral rubble, or algae on its back<\/strong> as camouflage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Excellent at natural algae control<\/strong> in reef tanks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          \u2728 The Spineless Red & Blue Sea Urchin<\/strong> is a safe, colorful, and efficient algae grazer<\/strong>, perfect for reef aquariums of all sizes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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