greenbean36191, You say, "It sounds like the star was acclimated poorly somewhere between the ocean and your tank." That may be correct but I know it took me over 3 hrs. to acclimate this guy, seemed perfect when I got him. Within 5 hrs. I knew he was too far gone so I took him out and into the freezer to make it as easy as I could on him. Thanks for the feedback. I will not get another because of what you say and also read that they climb on the glass and scratch it. Jack