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Sea urchins can lose their spines due to various environmental factors, predation, or stress. When threatened or disturbed, they may shed spines as a defense mechanism to escape predators or adapt to changing conditions. Additionally, poor water quality or disease can weaken their spines, leading to loss. This process is a natural part of their Biology, allowing them to survive in challenging environments.

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