{"product_id":"purple-pink-hairy-urchin","title":"Purple\/Pink Hairy Urchin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eSpecies\/Animal:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Invertebrates) \u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"162\"\u003ePurple\/Pink Hairy Urchin\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"188\"\u003ePseudoboletia maculata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eThe Purple\/Pink Hairy Urchin is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"239\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"282\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"453\"\u003ebrilliant purple to pink coloration, distinctive hairy appearance from its long spines, and its ability to graze algae and clean the reef environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its striking colors and unusual “hairy” texture make it a true showpiece in any marine aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eMales typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"652\"\u003edo not differ visually from females, as the species is not sexually dimorphic\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"803\"\u003ejuveniles are smaller and often display lighter, less intense coloration with proportionally shorter spines that grow denser as they mature\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eThey reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e3–4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in size and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e40 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e, with plenty of \u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"968\"\u003elive rock for grazing and hiding spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003estable aquascaping\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent dislodging of rocks or coral frags as they move around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eMaintain stable water parameters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.020–1.025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–79°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eA secure lid is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003enot required\u003c\/strong\u003e, as urchins are non-jumpers, but they are mobile and may climb glass or move loose decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily herbivorous, feeding on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003emicroalgae, coralline algae, detritus, and biofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e. In aquariums with low algae, supplement their diet with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003edried seaweed (nori), macroalgae, algae wafers, or sinking pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e. They may also accept \u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003esmall meaty foods\u003c\/strong\u003e such as mysis or brine shrimp, though plant-based food sources should be their main diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eWith proper care, the Purple\/Pink Hairy Urchin makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eunique, colorful, and functional addition\u003c\/strong\u003e to reef aquariums, serving as both an algae grazer and a vibrant display invertebrate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealgae, etc.], and with proper care this fish makes a standout addition to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. 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