| Family: |
Echinometridae () |
| Max. size: |
15 cm WD (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 45 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Atlantic: from USA throughout the Caribbean and Brazil. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Maximum depth from Ref. 83942. Inhabits shallow reef rock and reef crests (Ref. 415). This species is restricted to shallow water less than 3 meters and more prevalent in a high energy environment (Ref. 86574). Dwells in beachrock, coral reefs, seagrass beds, other hard rock substrates, and irregular bottoms. Recorded from superficial seawater temperatures of 20.8-29°C. Predominantly herbivorous with reports of facultative omnivory leaning towards herbivory (Ref. 128651). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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