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Orange Eye Urchin
| Scientific Name | Diadema setosum |
| Diet | Omnivore; algae, scavenger, Acropora palmata |
| Alt Common Name | Long Spine and Hatpin Urchin |
| Family | Diadematidae |
| Origin | Bali |
| Aquarist Level | Novice |
| Reef Safe | With Caution † |
| Coloration | Black with Orange 'eye' (anus) |
| Disposition | Peaceful † |
| Hardiness | Very |
| Mature Size | 4 inches - body diameter 16 inches - spine diameter |
| Reproduction Method | Gamete Release - planktonic larvae |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None |
| Venomous | Yes (spines) |
Notes: Will host cardinal fish (Apogon sp.) and saron shrimp, which use the spines of the urchin for protection during the day. The spines of the urchin can inflict a sting, that produces allergic reactions similar to a bee/wasp sting. This and other urchins are preyed upon by triggers and wrasses, who flip the urchin over by blowing a stream of water at it.
† Reported to eat Acropora palmata and some polyps completely. Primarily feeds on algae, including coralline, and detritus.