{"product_id":"multicolor-linckia-sea-star","title":"Multicolor Linckia Sea Star","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eMulticolor Linckia Sea Star (Linckia sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"182\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"212\"\u003ereef-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e and admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"339\"\u003evibrant multicolor patterns (red, orange, purple), star-shaped body, and unique regenerative abilities\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eMales typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"418\"\u003ecannot be easily distinguished from females externally\u003c\/strong\u003e, while females\/juveniles \u003cstrong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eare similar in appearance but smaller in size\u003c\/strong\u003e. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e6–8 inches (15–20 cm) in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e30 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"689\"\u003ea sandbed, live rock, 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 \u003cstrong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"806\"\u003esecure lid\u003c\/strong\u003e, as many species are prone to climbing or falling out of tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eDiet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"977\"\u003emicroalgae, detritus, biofilm, and supplemental mysis or phytoplankton feeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. With proper care, this sea star makes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003estandout addition to the aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding both color and movement.\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":57476612849967,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/1_bc37ffaa-26ea-4a6d-872e-838cd217a13f.png?v=1777528869","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/multicolor-linckia-sea-star","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}