Red & Black Cucumber

Holothuria edulis

Identification	Elongated, tubular body with distinctive red and black coloration. Oral tentacles visible at one end when feeding.
Maximum Length	Up to 12 inches
Origin	Hawaii, Indo-Pacific
Minimum Tank Size	20 gallons
Reef Compatibility	Excellent

Behavior

Peaceful sand-sifting scavenger. Reef-safe and low-maintenance. Slowly moves through the substrate, ingesting sand and expelling it cleaned of organic matter.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore. Processes and expels sand, extracting bacteria, detritus, and organic particles. Will also consume suspended organic matter.

Cautions

Like all sea cucumbers, may release mild defensive compounds if severely stressed. Avoid copper-based medications. Keep nitrate levels low. Do not expose to air.