Looking for info on this cool starfish...

[Myka]

ScubaSteve, number of posts is quite the crap shoot at determining a person's knowledge. In no way did I suggest you were a newbie, and I definitely would not that notion from the number of posts you have. I didn't notice how many posts you have, and couldn't care less.

I would suggest if you're really interested in learning about this specie of starfish, and you really want to give it your very best efforts that you contact an expert in the field, not a bunch of "randoms" on a public forum. Maybe send an email to Ronald Shimek or pick someone else who has written articles or books on Echinoderms? When I have "high-tech" questions I don't ask them on these forums. Sometimes I do send PMs to people that I know are knowledgeable in the area though.

Originally Posted by naesco

Firstly, check out Fromia nadosa which is similar but purpole

Secondly, let's be honest, the people who are buying these impossible to keep species are not buying them to advance the knowledge of care of the species in captivity. They are buying them because they are pretty.

Advances are being made by marine biologists and advanced reefers who have the experience and the equipment to work towards success.

Well said. Bravo.