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Description
Red Starfish (Fromia indica)
Overview:
The Red Starfish is a vibrant reef-safe starfish known for its bright red coloration and symmetrical, elegant arms. It is both decorative and functional, grazing on biofilm and detritus while adding a splash of color to marine aquariums.
Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific region, commonly found on coral reefs and rocky substrates.
Feeding:
Feeds primarily on biofilm, detritus, and algae. In captivity, may accept supplemental feeding with finely chopped seafood or algae-based foods in mature tanks.
Tank Mates:
Reef-safe. Compatible with fish, corals, and most invertebrates. Avoid housing with predatory fish such as puffers, triggers, or large wrasses.
Aggression:
Completely peaceful.
Experience Level:
Intermediate. Requires a mature aquarium with stable water parameters and plenty of live rock for grazing. Sensitive to rapid changes in salinity or water chemistry.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.023–1.025
- dKH: 8–12
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There is no minimum or maximum order value.
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