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SO what do sand sifting stars eat? |
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SO what do sand sifting stars eat? |
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03-17-2002, 11:35 PM
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Tenant
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: Mobile, AL
Posts: 74
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SO what do sand sifting stars eat?
I have a new one, and he does a great job on the sand. What is he looking for, and will he deplete the sand?
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03-17-2002, 11:45 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: Twentynine Palms, Ca.
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Hi shoeman, eventually they will devour your sand bed, but depending on the size of your tank, it won't happen overnight. I've got two of these guys and they pick at the food scraps that fall to the bottom during feeding time. If you want an active live sandbed, I'd pick another type of starfish. Best of luck. Matt.
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03-20-2002, 06:30 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Marietta GA
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They will deplete you sand bed and slowly starve to death..no it won't happen overnight but it's not a pretty sight. IMO they do not eat prepared foods and food that fall to the bottom. They are one of those animals that should be left in their natural habitat.
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