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Name: Purple Beaded Starfish (Astropecten articulatus)	Origin: Atlantic Ocean
+ Benefits to the Aquarium Purple Beaded Starfish are sand sifters by nature. Their burrowing activity will help keep the sand bed free of diatoms and toxic nutrient pockets. They also consume detritus.
+ Interesting Facts These starfish are somewhat uncommon in the aquarium trade however they are a beautiful addition to the reef tank. They have a purple body outlined in bright orange.
+ Diet & Feeding Detritus, meaty. Self sufficient on naturally occurring food; no target feeding is required.
+ Reef Compatibility Monitor with small snails; safe with other corals and invertebrates
Size & Color: 3-6 inches; purple, orange	Care Level: Moderate
Availability: Frequent	Recommendation: 1 Per 25 Gallons