Hitchhiker Star Fish!

[chaudhry]

Found this guy wandering around in the tank for the first time ever.
Almost an inch or little over.
Good or Bad?
Looks like a large Asterina star fish. I have not seen any small ones in my sump or tank though.
Thoughts/suggestions?

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[bcb577]

I have tons of these in my 10 gallon nano,and I even had one riding on the back of one of my snails,so far they have been harmless.

 

[nereefpat]

Yes, asterina. They eat algae, diatoms, etc. I agree that they are almost always harmless.

 

[SALTYwaterDOG]

Not all are harmless keep a eye on them. Agreed with the above most are harmless

 

[mcgyvr]

Bookmark for future use..
Has all the common critters in our tanks..
And a simple "thumbs up/down" guide to follow..
http://www.lionfishlair.com/hitchhikers-guide/

 

[chaudhry]

Thanks All,
Really helpful inputs!


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