Ophioderma rubicundum

[bill-e]

Here's my latest addition, Ophioderma rubicundum, common name Ruby Serpent Star. Scavengerr, detritus eater, reef and fish safe. These guys get big, I bought the smaller of the two and he measures almost 11" tip to tip. For $16 you cant go wrong.(purchased at Inland Reef Aquaria) The eel's favorite spot has been invaded but he's such a nice guy he shares. Tang and angel are harassing the star, must be his color.

Also, this particular star needs a very slow acclimation, slow drip for about 4 or 5 hours...they melt pretty easily.

http://www.mv.com/users/besposito/pics/rubyserpent.jpg

[FishDaddy]

Bill,
That is a beauty and a great pic!
Dick

[mojoreef]

Bill another first on me, I havent seen one like that in a tank. Looks real neat. It must look creepy when its on the move. I know when mine is going and it catches my eye I alway jump back. Must be a flashback to the death valley days dodging rattlers.

[MontanaRocknReefer]

Very nice looking star Bill! What a color contrast it would make with my green brittle star! Johnny

[Doug1]

Sweet, I need a few new stars for my reef, that an a green would be nice holiday touch
T*F*A*

[Alice]

Those are gorgeous stars, Bill. Good score

Oh, remember the eel we couldn't ID? I think I told you that its' only tank mate was a star? Well, it was one just like yours. I say WAS, he ate it the other day And he had other food available. I'm glad you have a fat and contented eel

Alice