Tripneustes ventricosus

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West Indian sea egg
Westindischer Seeigel
Witte zee-egel
Oursin blanc
Erizo blanquinegro

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally observed in a sandy zone or in seagrass
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 0 and 10 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 17 cm
The animal is a grazer of algae.

Relationship with humans

The spines of the animal can be dangerous
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing