Purple Sea Urchin
Heliocidaris erythrogramma
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Heliocidaris erythrogramma
Other names
Short-Spined Sea Urchin
Size
Up to 9 cm (3.5 in) body
Weight
Under .50 kg (1.10 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters amongst rocky areas & reefs in crevices, holes & under rocks
Depth Range
0 - 35 m (114 ft)
