Food for Harlequin Serpernt Star

[EricBrian]

So, what do I feed a Harlequin Serpernt Star? I think I read somewhere that they can not live on detritus alone. Or?

Thanks.

 

[The steven liu]

I've never seen one before can you post a picture of the star?
Sounds like that star could be a yummy meal for harlequin shrimp though, just from the name.. hehe

 

[EricBrian]

hehehe... I am sure that the harlequin shrimp would love that star.

That picture is from the place form which I bought mine.

 

[LeslieH]

It depends on the star but usually not. Most of them are detritus feeders, scavenging excess animal food, dead animals, waste, etc.

 

[Gillybaby]

I hand feed my two serpent stars occasionally with a bit of chopped mussel or tiger prawn, but mostly they just feed on the detritus. My black & white serpent has grown from a 4" baby a year ago to a 12" plus monster today - fascinating creatures. Note to self: must get more

HTH