Lime urchin
A species of Diadema, Also known as Long-spined sea urchin Scientific name : Diadema antillarum Genus : Diadema
Lime urchin, A species of Diadema
Also known as:
Long-spined sea urchin
Botanical name: Diadema antillarum
Genus: Diadema
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Description
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Description
The scientific name of the species was published in 1845 by Rodolfo Amando Philippi. This tropical sea urchin can grow up to 10 centimeters wide, excluding spines. It eats algae and coral at night and hides in crevices during the day.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Echinoderms Class
Sea urchins Order
Diadematoida Family
Diadematidae Genus
Diadema Species
Lime urchin 
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