Sifting Starfish

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Common Name(s): Sifting Starfish, Sand Sifting Starfish
Latin Name: Astropecten sp.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament: Peaceful
Full Size: 3"
Reef Safe: Yes
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallon
Foods: Detritus, meaty food

Description: 

These starfish require a mature aquarium at least a few inches of sand. Semi frequent feeding is recommended as this starfish has a voracious appetite and will quickly clear left over food from even large aquariums.