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Yellow Sea Cucumber Profile

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Yellow Sea Cucumber Profile

Yellow Sea Cucumber (Colochirus robustus)

Photo by Keoki Stender

Scientific Name:

Colochirus robustus.

Other Common Names:

None known.

Identification:

Small, bright yellow with numerous relatively large bumps distributed over the upper body surfaces.

Distribution:

Indo-Pacific.

Maximum Size:

To 2".

Reef Tank Safe:

Yes.

Diet & Feeding:

A suspension feeder, this Cucumber needs lots of fine particulate foods. Needs supplementation with phytoplankton or rotifers.

Characteristics & Compatibility:

Prefers vertical surfaces. This animal may release a toxin (holothurin) if bothered by hermit crabs.

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