{"product_id":"assorted-feather-star","title":"Assorted Feather Star","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAssorted Feather Star\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Assorted Feather Star (\u003cem\u003eCrinoidea sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most mesmerizing and otherworldly invertebrates in the reef hobby. Indo-Pacific in origin, these living fossils belong to a class of animals that has barely changed in over 200 million years — and watching one move makes that obvious. \u003cstrong\u003eLong, feathered arms ripple and unfurl in slow, hypnotic waves\u003c\/strong\u003e, opening into a perfect flower of motion that catches every current and pulls light through the water column. Few animals in the saltwater hobby move quite like a Feather Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Feather Star a true centerpiece is its combination of fluid movement, alien architecture, and rich coloration that ranges from deep burgundy to gold, jet black, and electric yellow. Each specimen perches on rockwork or a high-flow vantage point and extends its arms outward into the current, becoming a living, breathing feature that constantly redraws the visual layout of the tank. It is the kind of animal that reef-keepers stop and watch — and that visitors photograph the moment they see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeather Stars are best suited for experienced reef-keepers, but they are within reach for any reefer willing to commit to consistent phytoplankton and fine particulate feeding. With the right food source, this is an animal any dedicated hobbyist can keep thriving long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Feather Star\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne Indo-Pacific Feather Star — coloration varies based on availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMesmerizing, current-driven movement that turns any reef into a living display\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAccessible to any committed reef-keeper with consistent phytoplankton and fine particulate feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:10px 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate — non-photosynthetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate to High — strong, constant current essential\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElevated rockwork in high-flow areas — chooses its own perch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvanced — accessible to all reefers with consistent phytoplankton feeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful — filter feeder, non-aggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlankton — phytoplankton, zooplankton, fine particulate foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e76–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🧂 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eSalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.024–1.026 — drip acclimate slowly\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf8ee; border:1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left:4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; color:#22323a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eFeather Stars are filter feeders that require a steady supply of phytoplankton and fine particulate foods to thrive — with the right feeding routine, this is an animal any committed reefer can succeed with.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide strong, consistent water flow and elevated perches that allow the arms to extend fully into the current. Dose live or bottled phytoplankton daily and target feed regularly with zooplankton and fine particulate foods such as Reef-Roids, oyster eggs, or rotifers. Established refugiums and active dosing programs make this much easier to sustain. Avoid housing with aggressive fish, large angelfish, or any species known to nip at delicate invertebrates. Drip acclimate slowly and handle the specimen as little as possible during transfer to reduce arm shedding. Cover all powerhead and pump intakes before introducing the Feather Star.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Assorted Feather Star is unlike anything else in the reef hobby:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLiving crinoids belong to one of the oldest animal lineages on the planet — over 200 million years of evolution refined into a single moving sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArms move independently and constantly, pulling plankton from the water column in slow, deliberate sweeps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA statement showpiece for any reefer willing to commit to consistent phytoplankton feeding — coloration and species vary by availability, and every specimen brings its own personality and motion to the display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color:#1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation between species and specimens, the Feather Star you receive may vary in coloration, arm count, and overall size. Pack composition and species are selected based on current availability from Indo-Pacific suppliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Coloration and form may differ between individuals and can shift depending on lighting, flow, and feeding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAs with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48028574417155,"sku":"H3 T4","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/featherstar.jpg?v=1777446880","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/assorted-feather-star","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}