Sand Sifting Starfish

The Sand Sifting Starfish (Astropecten spp.) is a highly valued reef invertebrate known for its ability to maintain a clean and healthy substrate. With its distinctive, spiky arms and natural burrowing behavior, this starfish plays a crucial role in aerating and cleaning the sand bed of your aquarium.

Sand Sifting Starfish thrive in a temperature range of 72-78°F and prefer slightly alkaline water conditions. They are adapted to life on the sand bed, where they sift through the substrate to consume detritus, uneaten food, and small microorganisms.