Sea Mouse Urchin

Maretia planulata
Care: Intermediate
Diet: Omnivorous
Light: Medium
Place of origin: Indian Ocean
Temperature: Tropical: 23-27 deg C (73-81 deg F)
Water Parameters: SG: 1.022-1.026, pH: 8.1-8.4

Sea Mouse Urchin - An aquaria with a large expanse of substrate is ideal to allow them to forage; not too fine as this species may suffocate when burrowing. Though not venomous the barbs will be painful so handle with care.