Common name: Pencil Urchins

Cidaridae, commonly known as Pencil Urchins, are a family of sea urchins characterized by their thick, blunt spines that resemble pencils. They are found in various marine environments from shallow reefs to deep-sea habitats. Pencil Urchins are known for their hardy nature and ability to adapt to different conditions, making them a suitable choice for reef aquariums. They play a beneficial role in the tank by grazing on algae, helping to keep the aquarium clean. However, their spines can be sharp and may harm more delicate tank inhabitants.

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   Common name: Pencil Urchin

   Scientific name: Eucidaris metularia
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   Common name: slate pencil urchin

   Scientific name: Eucidaris tribuloides
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   Common name: Slate Pencil Urchin

   Scientific name: Goniocidaris tubaria
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   Common name: Imperial Sea Urchin

   Scientific name: Phyllacanthus imperialis
5. Common name: Cidaroid Sea Urchin

   Scientific name: Plococidaris verticillata
6. Common name: Crown-spined Pencil Urchin

   Scientific name: Prionocidaris baculosa
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   Common name: Pencil Sea Urchin

   Scientific name: Prionocidaris bispinosa
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   Common name: red lance urchin

   Scientific name: Stylocidaris affinis