Range:
Indo-West Pacific/Red Sea to South Pacific and north to Japan
Natural Environment:
Inhabits reef areas and found on rock and rubble areas covered in algae
General Husbandry:
Has a temperature range of 75 to 83°F (24 - 28°C). Body size is about 4 inches (10 cm), with spines extending to 12 inches (30 cm). Nocturnal and consumes huge amounts of algae.
