Toxic sea urchin - Toxopneustes pileolus

This small Toxopneustes pileolus was beginning to cover itself with flakes of sand for protection, although it is quite toxic with tiny jaw-like tentacles that can deliver a very painful sting. 1 inch (25mm)

12 September 2016

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