Astropyga radiata (Radiant sea urchin)
Identification
Clusters of long dark red spines extend between five deep red, Y-shaped open areas containing a central row of neon blue spots.
Status
Locally common.
Habitat
Indo-West Pacific, as well as Japan and Hawaii. Inhabits sand and rubble bottoms.
Reproduction
–
Size
Up to 20 cm.
Prey / Predation
Feeds on algae, seaweed and detritus.
Special features
Venom tipped spines can inflict painful wounds, do not touch!
