{"product_id":"orange-mesh-sea-star-super-bright","title":"Orange Mesh Sea Star (Super Bright)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e🔹 Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eNardoa novaecaledoniae\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking sea star species from the Indo-Pacific, part of the family \u003cem data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eOphidiasteridae\u003c\/em\u003e. It is known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eunique coloration and intricate surface patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it stand out from common aquarium starfish. While not as widely available as Linckia or Fromia stars, it’s a rare find for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e🔹 Appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"576\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic 5-armed sea star with slender, tapering arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"639\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows \u003cstrong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e6–10 inches (15–25 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranges from \u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eorange, tan, or reddish brown\u003c\/strong\u003e with darker \u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"751\"\u003ereticulated (net-like) patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e or speckled designs along the arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly rough surface with small raised tubercles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e🔹 Habitat \u0026amp; Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Found in the Indo-Pacific, especially around \u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eNew Caledonia\u003c\/strong\u003e (hence the name), Fiji, and nearby reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lives in coral reefs, rubble zones, and sandy bottoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-moving, grazes across rockwork and substrate in search of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, non-aggressive—compatible with reef fish, but with dietary considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e🔹 Diet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eLike many \u003cem data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eOphidiasteridae\u003c\/em\u003e stars:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003ePrimarily a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003edetritivore and grazer\u003c\/strong\u003e, feeding on microalgae films, bacterial mats, and organic material on rock surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eMay occasionally graze on sponge and encrusting organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eIn captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often difficult to feed directly. Needs a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003emature, well-established tank\u003c\/strong\u003e with abundant live rock. Survival rates in new systems are low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e🔹 Aquarium Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e At least \u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e100+ gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e with a large surface area and mature biofilm growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eParameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eTemperature: 74–78°F (23–26°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eSalinity: 1.024–1.026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eStable nitrate\/phosphate (very sensitive to swings)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eAcclimation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely sensitive to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003esalinity and oxygen changes\u003c\/strong\u003e → always use \u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003elong drip acclimation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe with reef fish and most invertebrates. Generally considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003ereef-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e, but must have enough food sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eChallenge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starvation is the biggest risk. 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