URCHIN to see some more BTS content? 🩻 Join us for some pincushion urchin CT scans! A few new urchins have taken residence at the Aquarium, and Dr. Jamie and Aquarist Kerry recorded some baseline health data on these echinoderms (that's the group of marine invertebrates this species belongs to). DYK: Our CT machine and surgical suite are in guest view, meaning you may see animal care in action during your visit 👀 Stop by today for an up-close look (and then meet these urchins in person at the

430 reactions · 49 shares | Tube feet for roaming, tooth-like plates for food-scraping — behold the mesmerizing sea urchin underside up close. (P.S. Those tooth-like plates, along with the spines, are strong enough for sea urchins to dig holes in stone to create sneaky ocean hideouts. Powerful!) | California Academy of Sciences | Facebook