Tiger Striped Serpent Star (Ophiocoma erinaceus)

Invertebrate in the family Ophicomidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.

Quick facts

Scientific nameOphiocoma erinaceus

FamilyOphicomidae

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyNot Reef Safe

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Diet and feeding

Scavenges detritus, organic matter, and dead organisms. Will consume small invertebrates, snails, and may feed on coral polyps. Supplement with frozen foods if natural food sources are limited.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef, typically found in tropical and subtropical coral reef environments.

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Quick facts

Diet and feeding

Origin and habitat

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