Name: Chocolate Chip Starfish (Protoreastor nodosus)Origin: Indian Ocean
+ Benefits to the Aquarium
Chocolate Chip Stars will consume large amounts of detritus and leftover fish food in the aquarium. They make excellent tank scavengers and are only recommended for fish only aquariums.
+ Interesting Facts
These starfish spend most of their time on the glass so they are always visible making them very appealing to the fish only aquarium hobbyist. They have thick knobby bodies with a beautiful array of "chocolate chip" type markings.
+ Diet & Feeding
Detritus, Meaty. Self sufficient on naturally occurring food; no target feeding is required.
+ Reef Compatibility
Not with corals
Size & Color: 2-4 inches; brown, black, cream
Care Level: Very Easy
Availability: ConsistentRecommendation: 1 Per 15 Gallons