{"product_id":"orange-linckia-sea-star","title":"Orange Linckia Sea Star","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eOrange Linckia Sea Star\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eLinckia sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"157\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"187\"\u003ereef-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"284\"\u003ebrilliant orange coloration, smooth body, and striking star-shaped symmetry\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically appear indistinguishable from females, while juveniles are smaller and often paler until they mature. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"446\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e12 inches in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e100 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eplenty of mature live rock\u003c\/strong\u003e with biofilm and algae growth, stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4), and excellent stability since they are very sensitive to sudden changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eDiet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"831\"\u003efilm algae, detritus, and microorganisms naturally growing on live rock\u003c\/strong\u003e, as they rarely accept prepared foods. With proper care, this species makes a standout addition to the aquarium, though it requires a \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"991\"\u003ewell-established tank\u003c\/strong\u003e and experienced aquarist to thrive.\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":57476488003887,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/OrangeLinckiaSeaStar.png?v=1777528692","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/orange-linckia-sea-star","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}