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Thread: Help! what is this starfish?
- 01-31-2011, 01:05 PM #1Just Moved In
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Help! what is this starfish?
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
i had one with 6 arms on my liverock that i found so far it has not apeared to cause any issues but i have no idea what it is specieswise
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
Welcome to Reefland Brianh ; I think that is a cushion star and they eat corals but I may be wrong. You could keep an eye on it and let it grow and trade it if it does not eat your corals. Happy Reefing!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love this hobby!
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
I have something similar, i'm almost postive that its a sandsifter. I got liverock and a bout a dozen of them showed up after a few months. no damaged yet(event though i just have a FOWLR) and they eat algae
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
Asternia star
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- 02-01-2011, 12:37 AM #6Hooked on Saltwater
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
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Originally Posted by TimH07 
Most are harmless algae grazers. If it is crisung around on the glass or rocks, chances are it's ok.Last edited by FoMoCo Master Tech; 02-01-2011 at 12:46 AM.
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- 02-01-2011, 12:57 AM #7Moderator
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
Looks to be, but not 100%. I've had a couple since I started my tank with no issues. They appear to only be interested in algae, particularly coraline.
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Re: Help! what is this starfish?
Thanks everyone. I think this thread is complete.
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