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Pin Cushion Urchin

Lytechinus variegatus

Description:

They are variable in color and are usually light green or tan but can also be found in shade of pink or purple. They are round with very short spines and only grow to about 3 inches in diameter (not including the spines).

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Fort Myers Beach, Florida, USA

Spotted on Nov 14, 2011
Submitted on Dec 26, 2011

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