Echinometra lucunter
Surrounding and environment
- The species is generally found on the reef
- The species is not very mobile
- The species can be found between 0 and 5 Meters.
- Common species.
Environment and movement of the nocturnal species
- The animal hunts at night
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 : 15 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The spines of the animal can be dangerous
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
Rock-boring urchin
Felsenbohrerseeigel
Rotsborende zee-egel
Oursin perforateur
Erizo negro chico
Riccio scavatore dei Caraibi