Brittle Teardrop Starfish Ophiomastix Annulosa

Brittle Teardrop Starfish Ophiomastix AnnulosaBrittle Teardrop Starfish (Ophiomastix annulosa) Overview: The Brittle Teardrop Starfish is a visually striking brittle star with slender, banded arms and a distinct teardrop shaped central disc. Nocturnal and highly active, it is an engaging scavenger that adds both movement and interest to marine aquariums. Origin: Native to the Indo Pacific, commonly found on coral reefs, rubble, and rocky substrates. Feeding: Omnivorous scavenger. Feeds on

Brittle Teardrop Starfish (Ophiomastix annulosa)

Overview:
The Brittle Teardrop Starfish is a visually striking brittle star with slender, banded arms and a distinct teardrop-shaped central disc. Nocturnal and highly active, it is an engaging scavenger that adds both movement and interest to marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific, commonly found on coral reefs, rubble, and rocky substrates.

Feeding:
Omnivorous scavenger. Feeds on detritus, leftover food, and small invertebrates. Can be target-fed with finely chopped seafood, mysis shrimp, or sinking pellets.

Tank Mates:
Generally reef-safe. Avoid very small fish or shrimp if underfed, and predatory tank mates that could harm the starfish.

Aggression:
Peaceful when well-fed but opportunistic in its scavenging.

Experience Level:
Intermediate. Requires a mature aquarium with plenty of live rock or hiding places and stable water conditions.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Salinity: 1.023–1.025
• dKH: 8–12