Description

Bronze Knobbly Starfish (Pentaceraster tuberculatus)

Overview:
The Bronze Knobbly Starfish is a striking, reef-safe starfish with a robust, knobby texture and rich bronze coloration. Its bold appearance makes it a standout addition to large 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. In captivity, may benefit from supplemental feeding with finely chopped meaty foods or algae-based diets to ensure proper nutrition.

Tank Mates:
Reef-safe. Compatible with peaceful fish, corals, and most invertebrates. Avoid housing with predatory species that may damage the starfish.

Aggression:
Non-aggressive and peaceful.

Experience Level:
Intermediate. Requires a mature aquarium with stable water parameters and sufficient substrate for grazing. Sensitive to sudden changes in salinity or water chemistry.

Water Parameters: