African Red Tip Star, Large

African Red Tip Star, Large removed from the wishlist

Description

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The African Red Tip Sea Stars are eye catching and hardy, but they get overlooked a lot because of the niche they live in. They are found in tidal pool and in deep reefs up to 100 feet. They will eat just about anything, including other starfish, corals, clams, etc. Because of their diet this sea star is definitely not reef safe. Like all sea stars, they could become a meal for fish that are so inclined like some wrasses and puffers. Drip acclimation is always recommended for inverts and this sea star is not an exception, as they are very susceptible to sudden shifts in salinity and pH. They should never be exposed to copper-based medications or air while handling. Even though the African Red Tip Sea Star is a scavenger, be sure to supplement their diet with meaty frozen (thawed) foods.

- Add to an aquarium with ample rockwork
- For continued health, supplement with finely chopped meaty frozen foods
- Prefers higher salinity
- Drip acclimation is recommended
- Cannot tolerate copper medications and high nitrates
- Not reef safe

Specifications

SKU	3923644
Primary Brand	Petco Marine Inverts
Days to Ship	Ships Next Business Day

Live Animal

Max water Temp	78 F
Water Parameters-SG Max	1.025
Pet Max Length	1 FT
Water Parameters-DKH Min	8
Special Diet	Carnivore
Water Parameters-PH Min	8.1
Temperament	Community
Care Level	Easy
Pet Min Length	4 IN
Water Parameters-SG Min	1.023
Water Parameters-DKH Max	12
Water Parameters-PH Max	8.4
Scientific Name	Protoreaster lincki
Min Water Temp	72 F
Environment	Marine
Native To	Indian Ocean

Additional Features

Personalized Item flag	No
Size	Large

Item Dimensions

Length	5 IN

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