Tripneustes esculentus

White sea urchin;Pin Cushin Urchin

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally observed in a sandy zone or in seagrass
The species can be found between 2 and 15 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 15 cm
The animal is a grazer of algae.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing