Asterina star split...why?

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  1. Nismo400rgtr

    Nismo400rgtr Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    Just wondering why an asterina star might split. These are fresh hitchhikers from a shroom frag I bought last weekend. Thanks for any info on the matter. [​IMG]

    Both halves are in the center of the pic. I apologize for the blurry pics. All I have is IPhone 3GS.
     
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  2. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    thats how they reproduce.one can become many,most are harmless,some are known coral eaters,i have never had any issues myself with them
     
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  3. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    +1. They are just making babies! :)
     
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  4. demonkegman

    demonkegman Astrea Snail

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    I'll take them if your don't want them... hahaha jk.. i like splitting starfish, check out my post "i cut my starfish in half, on purpose) for more info on this.
     
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  5. Maksimsf

    Maksimsf Banned

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    Heh, I wish I could split in order to get myself a girlfriend :cheesy:
     
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    seabass1 Montipora Digitata

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    :laugh5: :LolLolLol :beer:
     
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    coldshot Blue Ringed Angel

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    You can but its v3ery painful....its just a matter of a drill and some guts...
     
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  8. Broaner

    Broaner Feather Duster

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    I am overrun with Asterina stars! Mine eat coraline. I pick at least 5 out daily and there are more every day. I'm currently looking to pick up a Harlequin shrimp to help rid myself of these stupid things. Moral of the story; if you only have a few right now get them out! If they happen to be purple eaters and you get more than a few you are screwed IMO!
     
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