{"title":"Miscellaneous Invertebrates","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFully quarantined reef-safe invertebrates, held for six weeks in a fishless system.\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tuxedo-urchin","title":"Tuxedo Urchin","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Tuxedo Urchin is a colorful and highly beneficial reef invertebrate known for its vibrant blue, red, or purple coloration and exceptional algae-grazing abilities. Constantly roaming the aquarium, this hardworking urchin helps control nuisance algae while adding unique movement and personality to the reef. It is also famous for decorating itself with small shells, coral rubble, or other objects for camouflage, making it one of the most entertaining members of a cleanup crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d6a77\" data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"563\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"593\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"582\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zpauu0\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"616\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f9ihxi\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"654\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ln947o\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"678\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c455sm\" data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"707\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4reaj4\" data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"736\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mumh5d\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"764\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528220684480,"sku":"TUXEDO","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Tuxedo_Urchin.jpg?v=1782859866"},{"product_id":"pincushion-urchin","title":"Pincushion Urchin","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Pincushion Urchin is a hardy and highly effective algae-grazing invertebrate valued for its ability to keep rockwork clean and free of nuisance algae. Covered in long, protective spines, this nocturnal grazer spends its day slowly moving across the aquarium while consuming film algae, macroalgae, and other organic growth. Its hardworking nature and unique appearance make it an excellent addition to larger reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d6a77\" data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"509\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"539\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zpauu0\" data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"562\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ru9thc\" data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"600\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ln947o\" data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"624\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"147ww3b\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"655\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4reaj4\" data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"684\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dsjjk3\" data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"713\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528223568064,"sku":"PINCUSHION","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Pincushion_Urchin.jpg?v=1782859867"},{"product_id":"longspine-urchin","title":"Longspine Urchin","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Longspine Urchin is a striking and highly effective algae-grazing invertebrate recognized by its dramatic, needle-like black spines that can extend well beyond its body. Constantly roaming the aquarium, this nocturnal grazer helps control nuisance algae while contributing to a healthy reef ecosystem. Its unique appearance and impressive algae-eating abilities make it a standout member of larger reef cleanup crews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n12ili\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"490\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"520\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zpauu0\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"543\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tphdon\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"581\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ln947o\" data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"605\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hkli0c\" data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"654\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16fnjy7\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"717\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caribbean \u0026amp; Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kx7saw\" data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"747\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528225173696,"sku":"LONGSPINE","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Longspine_Urchin.jpg?v=1782859866"},{"product_id":"brittle-starfish","title":"Brittle Starfish","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Brittle Starfish is a fascinating and highly beneficial cleanup crew member known for its long, flexible arms and remarkable scavenging abilities. Mostly nocturnal, this elusive echinoderm spends the day hidden within the rockwork before emerging at night to consume leftover food, detritus, and other organic matter. Its unique appearance, beneficial role, and hardy nature make it an excellent addition to established reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d6a77\" data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"520\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"550\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15p58vm\" data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"574\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f9ihxi\" data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"612\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fu2v6e\" data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"647\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Scavenger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9vs62m\" data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"690\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14q7k2n\" data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"753\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific \u0026amp; Caribbean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kx7saw\" data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"783\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528229302464,"sku":"BRITTLE","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Brittle_Starfish.jpg?v=1782859866"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/collections\/ChatGPT_Image_Apr_27_2026_09_45_52_AM_27471bdc-6ee1-486a-8703-3f57fa5c6149.jpg?v=1777310252","url":"https:\/\/reefshieldaquatics.com\/collections\/all-invertebrates-copy-1.oembed","provider":"Reef Shield Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}