Brittle Sea Star, Fancy Red
(Ophiomastix sp.)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Brittle Sea Star, Fancy Red
(Ophiomastix sp.)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Red
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size
10"
Family
Ophiotrichidae
Supplements
Iodine, Trace Elements
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Red
Diet
Omnivore
Reef Compatible
Yes
Water Conditions
72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size
10"
Family
Ophiotrichidae
Supplements
Iodine, Trace Elements
Compatibility
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What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
The Red Fancy Brittle Sea Star has a very small red central disc which may have variable patterns. The long spiny, red arms are fringed with white or black spines.
It is nocturnal and often hides under rocks during the day. At night, it comes out to eat detritus and small organisms. It cannot tolerate copper-based medications.
The Red Fancy Brittle Sea Star is very intolerant of sudden changes in oxygen levels, salinity and pH of the water, and cannot tolerate copper-based medications. The drip acclimation method is highly recommended for all Sea Stars due to their intolerability to changes in water chemistry. It should never be exposed to air while handling.
In the aquarium it may be fed zooplankton, very finely chopped meaty items, and liquid invertebrate foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3" to 6"
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Customer Testimonials
Rhonda W
Chattanooga , TN
Fantastic! Acclimated well, was larger than I expected, and is very active at night. Great packaging for shipping and arrived the next day.
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