Brittle Star losing legs mysteriously

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  1. cerpin_taxt

    cerpin_taxt Bristle Worm

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    the story of my starfish is like this: i bought it about a month ago w/ only 3 legs, the other 2 were growing in. now, i came home from work tonight to discover one of his legs is just hanging out about an inch away from him. other mysterious behaviour is that the star has been spending a lot of time upside down.

    if anyone has any clue as to what my star is doing, please give me some insight.

    :confused:
     
    cerpin_taxt, Jun 13, 2005
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  2. Area 51 Exotics

    Area 51 Exotics 3reef Sponsor

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    They are very delicate, hence "Brittle" star. Most of the time their legs break off when they are threatened. What else do you have in your tank?
     
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  3. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    What are your water parameters at? A little "tank history" would be helpful as well.
     
    amcarrig, Jun 14, 2005
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