Sand-sifting Starfish

(Astropecten polycanthus) – Natural Sand Bed Cleaner

Keep your marine aquarium healthy and vibrant with the Sand Sifting Starfish, a fascinating and beneficial invertebrate. Known for their unique burrowing behavior, these starfish tirelessly sift through substrate, helping to aerate the sand and prevent detritus build-up.

✅ Sand Bed Maintenance – Naturally cleans and oxygenates your substrate.
✅ Peaceful & Reef-Safe – Safe for corals and most tank mates.
✅ Hardworking Scavenger – Feeds on leftover food and organic matter.

Care Level: Moderate (requires established sand bed)
Diet: Detritus, leftover food, microfauna
Temperament: Peaceful
Tank Size: 30 gallons+
Water Parameters: 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.4, SG 1.023–1.025

The Sand Sifting Starfish is both a functional and eye-catching addition to your cleanup crew. With its star-shaped beauty and natural cleaning abilities, it supports a cleaner, healthier reef environment.