{"product_id":"tuxedo-urchin","title":"Tuxedo Urchin","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m5of6v\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"42\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eTuxedo Urchin (Mespilia globulus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eA colourful and highly beneficial marine invertebrate, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"120\"\u003eTuxedo Urchin\u003c\/strong\u003e is known for its vibrant blue, red, or purple body with contrasting spines. This unique species is an excellent algae grazer, helping to keep live rock and aquarium surfaces clean while adding visual interest to reef setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"370\"\u003ePeaceful. Safe with most community fish including clownfish, gobies, blennies, and tangs. Avoid aggressive species such as triggers and large puffers that may prey on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eReef-safe with caution. Does not harm corals, but may pick up loose frags, shells, or decorations to use as camouflage. Ensure corals are securely placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eHerbivore – primarily feeds on algae, including film algae and some macroalgae. Supplement with algae wafers or dried seaweed if natural algae levels are low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11v57y5\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gvnmfh\" data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eSalinity: 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xmjw3g\" data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"995\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tqdmad\" data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 80L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eEasy to moderate – hardy once acclimated, but sensitive to poor water quality and rapid parameter changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eTop Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eEnsure plenty of algae or supplement feeding to prevent starvation. Secure loose corals and decorations, as this species is known for carrying items on its back for camouflage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56960654803319,"sku":"TS03209","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2145\/4643\/files\/tuxedo-urchin.jpg?v=1775053491","url":"https:\/\/tropical-supplies.co.uk\/products\/tuxedo-urchin","provider":"Tropical Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}