Echinometra viridis

Purple urchin
Riffdachseeigel
Oursin des récifs
Erizo de arrecife

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

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 20 Meters.
Very common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The animal hunts at night

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 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
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!