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Basket Star

Astrophyton muricatum


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Basket Star
Astrophyton muricatum, also known as the Basket Star, mesmerizes keepers with its intricate, web-like arms that unfurl at night to catch plankton. Easy to maintain with proper feeding regiments, its unique shape and nocturnal feeding habits make it a captivating addition to any saltwater aquarium.

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Basket Star

Astrophyton muricatum


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Basket Star Care Facts

Care Level: Expert
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Omnivore
Reef Safe: Yes
Minimum Tank Size: 40 Gallon
Max Size: 5 Inches
Basket Star, Astrophyton muricatum, are an usual species of stars that by day are tightly coiled into a ball under a rock or clumped onto a gorgonian. By night however, they open up waving their numerous large arms in the water collecting plankton and other food. 

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