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Discussion in 'ID This!' started by Aymbar, Dec 15, 2011.

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  1. Aymbar

    Aymbar Plankton

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    So, today a friend of mine asked me if I got a starfish. I said no, and yet there is this little star shaped thing on the side of my tank.

    And.. I instantly thought of asking you!

    I think it might be Asterina spp.
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  2. Coastie Reefer

    Coastie Reefer Millepora

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    Asterina star, most are harmless. Very common live rock HH.
     
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  3. reefmonkey

    reefmonkey Giant Squid

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    +1 Asterina
     
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  4. Aymbar

    Aymbar Plankton

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    How would it get into the tank so late though? I haven't added anything new in months.
     
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  5. dowtish

    dowtish Horrid Stonefish

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    There is so much life going on inside your Live Rock that you will be amazed what can show up after a year or more.
     
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  6. vawdka

    vawdka Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Yeah, Asternia Star. Like Dowtish said... you would be surprised what just happens to appear even years after you set up your tank.

    For instance, here is a good example of the stuff that happens sometimes.
     
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