Brissus spp. (Flat Sand Dollar)

• Scientific name: Brissus spp.
• Origin: Indo-Pacific region, especially from tropical waters of the western Pacific and the Indian Ocean
• Color: Mostly grey to brown with a fine, often patterned texture on the surface. The color can vary depending on the species and environment.
• Size: Can reach a diameter of up to 10 cm, depending on the type.
• Light requirements: Low to medium; these animals prefer shady to semi-shady areas of the aquarium.
• Water movement: Low to moderate water flow; they prefer calm areas on the bottom.
• Temperature range: 2428C
• pH value: 8.18.4
• Salinity: 1.0231.025 g/cm
• Diet: Detritivores; they feed on organic waste, algae, and small particles that they pick up from the ground.
• Care: Relatively easy to care for, however they require stable water conditions and a calm, sandy substrate on which they feel comfortable. They are not well suited for aquariums with strong currents or uneven substrate.
• Reproduction: Reproduction occurs through egg laying, which hatches in the water. The larvae go through several developmental stages.
• Special features: Brissus spp. is a flat sand dollar known for its ability to burrow deep into the substrate, thus playing an important role in cleaning the aquarium bottom. These fish are peaceful and generally inconspicuous, helping to rid the substrate of detritus and excess food scraps. Their flat shape allows them to burrow well into the sand and live there without causing much disturbance.