{"product_id":"decorator-urchin","title":"Decorator Urchin","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDecorator Urchin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fascinating and highly effective algae grazer, best known for its habit of collecting pieces of algae, rubble, shells and other loose material on its body and spines. This natural decorating behaviour provides camouflage while making each individual unique.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent addition to established marine and reef aquariums, where it spends its time moving across rockwork and hard surfaces while grazing on \u003cstrong\u003ealgae and biofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Decorator Urchins are generally peaceful and reef compatible, although they can accidentally move loose coral frags or decorations as they explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of natural algae and secure lightweight rockwork and coral frags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMespilia globulus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any standard reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Algae, biofilm and marine algae foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live rock and hard surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally reef safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active algae grazer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the Decorator Urchin carry things on its body?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt naturally collects loose materials such as algae, rubble and shells for camouflage and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a Decorator Urchin eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt primarily grazes on algae and biofilm growing across aquarium surfaces. Supplemental algae foods can be provided when natural algae is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is generally considered reef compatible. Its main concern is accidentally moving loose corals or decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it help control algae?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Decorator Urchins are effective grazers and can help keep algae under control in established aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdding one to an aquarium with no algae\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrchins need a reliable food source. Supplement their diet if the aquarium becomes too clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeaving coral frags unsecured\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir strong movement can accidentally push or carry lightweight frags and decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRemoving everything it collects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorating behaviour is completely natural and helps provide camouflage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling it carelessly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrchin spines can be sharp and should be handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnstable salinity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrchins can be sensitive to sudden changes in salinity, so careful acclimation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49286967099531,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/Collector-Urchin.jpg?v=1788237989","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/decorator-urchin","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}