Error message
Unable to fetch location details at this time.
Diadema Urchin
Diadema genus
22.2124, -159.541
Field Notes
Description:
From spine tip to spine tip, this urchin was about 4." The spines are of two lengths -- the long ones more than an inch, the short ones a little more than a quarter inch. The short ones are venomous, and if they break off in you they'll cause a lot of pain.
Habitat:
This specimen washed up on the beach and was not alive, although in perfect condition. It was probably dislodged from the nearby reef by heavy surf.
Reference Links:
Echinothrix diadema
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 5, 2016
Comments (0)
Be the first to comment
Sign in to comment