[3] The body features ten vertical zones that are not covered in spines which are distinct due to their vibrant shades of blue/green and can be described as having a velvety texture.

[5] They occur in shallow, tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean as well as the south west coast of the western Pacific and Japan.

[6] Recent studies have shown that the presence of 'grazing' feeders, such as Mespilia globulus, significantly increases the survival and growth size of the corals.

However, increased Mespilia globulus density has a negative effect on urchin growth as a result of limited food availability.

[9] Mespilia globulus are commonly harvested and bred to be sold commercially as they are popular organisms to be put in recreational aquariums due to their vibrant colors and interesting morphology.