The Linkia Starfish has very bold coloration. Most are collected in solid blue or solid orange. Most come from Fiji Island. They are not your typical starfish in that they don’t attack clams and can’t pry the clam open with their arms- which is the behavior of just about every other starfish in the world. No one really knows what these guys eat in the wild. Consequently, it is hit or miss if and how long they can survive in a captive environment. It is often said that old, mature reef tanks provide the necessary food and environment to support the Linkia Starfish. The one in the photo has been thriving and growing for close to year in a 60 gallon reef tank.
Rabu, 09 April 2008
Linkia Starfish - Linckia laevigata
The Linkia Starfish has very bold coloration. Most are collected in solid blue or solid orange. Most come from Fiji Island. They are not your typical starfish in that they don’t attack clams and can’t pry the clam open with their arms- which is the behavior of just about every other starfish in the world. No one really knows what these guys eat in the wild. Consequently, it is hit or miss if and how long they can survive in a captive environment. It is often said that old, mature reef tanks provide the necessary food and environment to support the Linkia Starfish. The one in the photo has been thriving and growing for close to year in a 60 gallon reef tank.
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