{"product_id":"knobby-fancy-brittle-sea-star","title":"Knobby Fancy Brittle Sea Star","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eKnobby Fancy Brittle Sea Star\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eOphiomastix annulosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"213\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e invertebrate species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"269\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"381\"\u003estriking knobby texture, intricate arm patterns, vibrant coloration, and graceful movement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales typically display slightly more pronounced knobs along their arms, while females and juveniles are usually smaller and smoother in appearance. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e6–8 inches in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e30 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide a \u003cstrong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"732\"\u003efine sandbed, ample live rock for grazing, hiding spots, and open swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temperature ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4) and a secure lid, as brittle stars can sometimes escape. Their diet consists of \u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003edetritus, small invertebrates, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped meaty foods\u003c\/strong\u003e, and with proper care, this species makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eunique and captivating addition to reef and marine aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57476599972143,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/1_9ed0659c-8f1e-49a9-96f5-cdee4b57bea8.png?v=1777528847","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/knobby-fancy-brittle-sea-star","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}