What's the best (and hardiest) star fish to get for my 55 gallon tank?

[fishisfun7]

It's been set up for 7+ months and I want a starfish that will do well in the tank (and also help with the occasional rise in nitrates). Please tell me what you all think may be the best for me. I also tend to keep my salinity on the low side (1.021) Thanks!!!!

 

[fishisfun7]

Oh, I also have around 50+ pounds of LR

 

[fedukeford]

brittle star, i have one in my 55 gallon, but you dont see it much

 

[drew2005]

Im no expert but from what i read you need alot more rock work and an established tank. At least 1 year and 100lbs of LR. Also your SG is way low for any inverts. You would need to raise it over a period of about a week or 2. Recommended SG is 1.025-1.026 for inverts. I believe all starfish are sensitive and need a tank were water quality is stable. Im no expert but im sure Ophiura will give you more advice.

 

[fishisfun7]

Yeah, thanks...I think I will pass on the starfish because I wouldn't want the poor guy to die in a tank with low salinity. I keep it that way because the fish like it and I have no corals (nor do I want any). I keep the salinity low to prolong their life and to avoid disease. Thanks for the input guys!