{"product_id":"sand-shifting-starfish-archaster-typicus","title":"Sand Shifting Starfish (Archaster typicus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sand Shifting Starfish is a peaceful, specialized sand-dwelling echinoderm known for its long, slender arms and distinctive cream, tan, and brown coloration. It constantly moves through the substrate, burying itself beneath the sand while searching for microorganisms and organic material. It is an excellent addition to established reef aquariums with a deep, mature sand bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow to moderate lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo direct lighting requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement (Aquarium Zone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom \/ Sand Bed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a broad, unobstructed area of fine to medium-grain sand. A mature substrate rich in natural microorganisms is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24–27°C (75–81°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.024–1.026 SG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkalinity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8–10 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive flow across the sand bed that may prevent natural movement and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetritivore \/ Microorganism feeder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSand-bed microorganisms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacteria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetritus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrofauna\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplemental feeding may be necessary in smaller or newer aquariums. Established systems with a mature, biologically active sand bed are strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Size (up to)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) across\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50280279671041,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_fadcb5c3-e2cd-4022-a429-263753e56883.jpg?v=1788591572","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/sand-shifting-starfish-archaster-typicus","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}