{"product_id":"orange-mesh-sea-star","title":"Orange Mesh Sea Star","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eOrange Mesh Sea Star\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"152\"\u003eNardoa frianti\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"171\"\u003epeaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"214\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"314\"\u003ebright orange mesh-like pattern, star-shaped symmetry, and striking coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically resemble females in appearance, as sea stars do not exhibit sexual dimorphism, while juveniles are smaller with less distinct coloration. They reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"502\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e8–10 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e across and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"571\"\u003e100 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eample live rock and sandbed\u003c\/strong\u003e for grazing, along with stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temp ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eDiet should consist of \u003cstrong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"799\"\u003efilm algae, detritus, sponges, and biofilm on live rock\u003c\/strong\u003e—supplemental feeding with finely chopped seafood, clams, or specialized starfish food may be required in captivity. With proper care, this echinoderm makes a standout and unusual addition to the aquarium, though it is best kept by experienced aquarists due to its delicate feeding needs.\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":57476506747183,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/OrangeMeshSeaStar.jpg?v=1777528720","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/orange-mesh-sea-star","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}