Black Tip Red Fromia Starfish
Add a stunning splash of natural color to your reef aquarium with our beautiful Black Tip Red Fromia Starfish!
Featuring a vibrant red to orange-red body with distinctive black-tipped arms, this eye-catching marine invertebrate brings an incredible contrast to live rock and colorful reef environments.
Known for its peaceful temperament and fascinating movement, the Black Tip Red Fromia Starfish slowly explores rockwork and aquarium surfaces in search of naturally occurring microorganisms and organic films.
This beautiful sea star is best suited for mature, well-established reef aquariums with stable water conditions and abundant live rock.
Care Information
Scientific Name: Fromia indica
Care Level: Moderate to Advanced
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons recommended
Temperature: 72–78°F
Specific Gravity: 1.023–1.025
pH: 8.1–8.4
Diet: Natural biofilm, microorganisms, and other organic material found on established live rock
Maximum Size: Approximately 5 inches
Important Care Note:
Black Tip Red Fromia Starfish are sensitive to sudden changes in salinity, temperature, and water chemistry. Slow drip acclimation is strongly recommended.
Never expose the starfish to air during transfer, and never use copper-based medications in an aquarium containing marine invertebrates.
A mature aquarium with abundant natural food sources is essential for long-term health. Supplemental feeding may be attempted, but acceptance is not guaranteed, and these starfish can be difficult to sustain in captivity.
Specimen Information
You will receive one healthy Black Tip Red Fromia Starfish.
Product images are for reference. Actual size, coloration, and markings may vary depending on the individual specimen.
Bring unique beauty and vibrant natural color to your established reef aquarium with this stunning sea star!