What are basket starfish? Also known as “Shetland Argus” the basket starfish is a type of marine creature commonly found in the deep sea. They have large “branches” for arms that can reach up to 70cm in length. It is this distinctive branching of the arms that gives them their named star shape. How to … Read more
Mini brittle starfish are small invertebrates that have a strong hunger for any piece of food in their sight. Their senses are heightened when it comes to looking for food in any form and they can locate food anywhere in their vicinity. You will see that the mini brittle starfish are flexible to a great … Read more
If there’s any type of fish that all types of people with different interests are aware of, it’s clams. Like much other fish, these play an important role in the ecosystem as a whole and all kinds of living things. They’ve proven to be good for humans and animals alike. Clams are finally getting the … Read more
While hunting for shells you might come across a sea urchin on the beach, or even have one at home as an interesting pet. Sea urchins are fascinating creatures, but due to their unique appearance, many people find it hard to tell if it’s alive or dead. There are simple things to look for, such … Read more
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Starfish is a famous sea creature you may witness across many reef tanks. While you see them pretty often, not all kinds of starfish are to be kept in reef tanks. These kinds include the sand sifting sea star and the chocolate chip starfish. But, are starfish reef safe? Like the ones mentioned, some starfish … Read more
These snails are hitchhikers that often come in on live rocks. They are less than one inch long and have what are referred to as fingernail shells that only cover half of their bodies: that’s why they can look like a slug. Are Stomatella snails good or bad for your reef tank? These fellas are … Read more
Owners of saltwater reef tanks will occasionally find themselves dealing with outbreaks of tube worms, vermetid snails, flatworms, bristle worms, and the like. We will teach you how to get rid of tube worms in reef tanks, as well as get rid of these other unwanted creatures. How to get rid of worms in a … Read more
Any carnivorous fish will probably eat sponges. Some types of fish or creatures that eat sponges are angelfish and some nudibranchs. There are some other sea creatures that eat sponges as well, for example, sea turtles. What are pineapple sponges? Known as Scypha or Sycon. It is a small sponge-like marine creature you can … Read more
Conomurex luhuanus, which is mainly known as Strawberry Conch or Tiger Conch is a sea snail living mainly in coastal lagoons. Or, areas where you find up to 80ft deep sandy substrates. The Strawberry Conch is a fascinating creature. They actually filter through the substrate with their proboscis, and they feed on the algae and … Read more
Gorilla Crabs are known as the “killer hitchhiker.” If you find one in your aquarium, you need to remove it immediately. If you have noticed unexplained fish or corals losses, Gorilla Crabs may be the cause. This type of crab is a pest that comes out at night and eats your fish, coral, snails, and … Read more
