New red Fromia star

[jerthunter]

So I finally got myself a seastar. As best I can tell it is a red Fromia star. I believe it has a sufficent tank to support its needs but I am curious about its size. Most of the time I see these stars they are atleast 5-6 inches in diameter, however this one is probably only 2 inches across. I am curious if there is any added care required for one this sized or if the care is pretty much the same as for larger specimens.

 

[ophiura]

There are some small species of Fromia, but the small size should not fool anyone. Still need a very large system, and definitely watch for acclimation shock (up to a month after intro). They are exceedingly delicate stars.

 

[jerthunter]

I am mostly worried about the acclimation shock from the point of origin to the fish store since not much can be done to control that. I guess I will have to wait and see.

 

[agoutihead]

where did you get it? Salty critter?

 

[jerthunter]

Yup, got it at salty critter.