Fire Urchin
(Astropyga radiata)

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Fire Urchin: A Radiant Star for Your Reef Aquarium

Add a captivating splash of colour and a diligent algae-grazer to your marine tank with the striking Fire Urchin. Its vibrant hues and unique form make it a true underwater spectacle.

Overview

The Fire Urchin (*Astropyga radiata*) is a large and visually stunning sea urchin, boasting a test diameter of up to 20 cm. Its body can display a range of colours from reddish-brown to deep purple or nearly black, accented by iridescent blue spots in distinctive V-shaped patterns. Long, hollow spines, up to 4 cm, are constantly in motion. Primarily nocturnal, this echinoderm actively patrols your substrate, adding dynamic life to your aquarium.

Care Level

Considered an easy to moderate care level species, the Fire Urchin is peaceful but requires careful handling due to its venomous spines; a sting is comparable to a bee sting. It is reef compatible with caution, as it may dislodge unsecured rockwork and could nip at corals if insufficient food is available.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 208 litres is recommended for the Fire Urchin to thrive. Your aquarium must be well-established with stable water parameters. Provide ample, sturdy live rock for grazing surfaces and hiding spots, ensuring all rockwork is secure as this urchin can move it. Not suitable for acrylic tanks due to potential scratching.

Diet

The Fire Urchin is an omnivore, primarily grazing on nuisance algae such as green hair and filamentous varieties. Supplement its diet with dried seaweed, nori, and occasional meaty foods like krill or small pieces of raw shrimp to ensure it receives comprehensive nutrition.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Fire Urchin online from us, you’re choosing healthy, ethically sourced livestock. We ensure meticulous acclimation and humane shipping practices, providing robust specimens ready to thrive in your marine aquarium. Experience our commitment to quality and responsible fishkeeping.

• Scientific Name: Astropyga radiata
• Common Name / Variant: Fire Urchin
• Maximum Size: 20 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.0–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring the dazzling Fire Urchin to your marine display today!