{"product_id":"pillow-sea-star","title":"Pillow Sea Star","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Invertebrate Pillow Sea Star (Culcita sp.) is a peaceful species that is reef-safe with caution, admired for its unique cushion-like shape, vibrant mottled coloration, and intriguing patterns. This species is often a focal point in display tanks due to its rounded, pillow-like body and slow, graceful movement across the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales typically are similar in size and appearance to females, with subtle differences only detectable during spawning, while females and juveniles may appear slightly smaller and less vividly colored until maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey reach about 8–12 inches in diameter and should be housed in aquariums of at least 100 gallons to allow ample space for movement and foraging. Provide a sandy substrate and plenty of live rock to mimic their natural habitat and offer surfaces for grazing. Stable water parameters are essential — salinity ~1.020–1.025, temperature ~72–79°F, and pH ~8.1–8.4. A secure lid is recommended, although sea stars are not prone to jumping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet should consist of detritus, algae films, small bits of meaty foods (like mysis or brine shrimp), and occasional prepared foods. Supplemental feeding is often necessary in aquariums without abundant natural food sources. With proper care, this striking sea star makes a standout and conversation-starting addition to a marine aquarium.\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":57476568252719,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/1_e228f9df-f978-47d8-871c-84e22bf4ddd5.png?v=1777528800","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/pillow-sea-star","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}