Red Starfish Fromia Indica

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Red Starfish (Fromia indica)

Overview:
The Red Starfish is a vibrant reef-safe starfish known for its bright red coloration and symmetrical, elegant arms. It is both decorative and functional, grazing on biofilm and detritus while adding a splash of color to marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific region, commonly found on coral reefs and rocky substrates.

Feeding:
Feeds primarily on biofilm, detritus, and algae. In captivity, may accept supplemental feeding with finely chopped seafood or algae-based foods in mature tanks.

Tank Mates:
Reef-safe. Compatible with fish, corals, and most invertebrates. Avoid housing with predatory fish such as puffers, triggers, or large Wrasses.

Aggression:
Completely peaceful.

Experience Level:
Intermediate. Requires a mature aquarium with stable water parameters and plenty of live rock for grazing. Sensitive to rapid changes in salinity or 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.

Please note: The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Swell shop, or available for collection from the shop. Species sold at our Swell store will differ from ones available to order to your door.

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