Crimson Knobbed Starfish Protoreaster Linckii

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Crimson Knobbed Starfish (Protoreaster linckii)

Overview:
The Crimson Knobbed Starfish is a bold and visually striking echinoderm, featuring bright red arms adorned with prominent knobs. Reef-safe and hardy, it adds a dramatic splash of color and texture to mature marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific, typically found on sandy and rubble substrates near coral reefs.

Feeding:
Feeds on detritus, algae, and biofilm. Supplemental feeding with finely chopped meaty foods or algae-based diets may be required in aquariums with limited natural food sources.

Tank Mates:
Reef-safe with peaceful fish, corals, and most invertebrates. Avoid aggressive or predatory tank mates that could damage its arms.

Aggression:
Non-aggressive and peaceful.

Experience Level:
Intermediate. Requires a mature aquarium with stable water conditions, ample live rock, and substrate for grazing. Sensitive to sudden changes in salinity and 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

Above images for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

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