| Family: |
Cidaridae () |
| Max. size: |
3 cm WD (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 570 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Maximum length used: disc diameter. Maximum cylindrical spine length: 3.0 cm (Ref. 800). Occurs on coral reefs and rubble areas at depths of 0 to 40 m. Feeds on calcareous algae, sponges and bryozoans (Ref. 800). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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