(Ophioderma superba)

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A Star Performer for Your Reef: The Superb Brittle Star

Discover the Superb Brittle Star, an efficient and visually striking addition to your marine aquarium’s cleanup crew.

Overview

The Superb Brittle Star, *Ophioderma superba*, is a fascinating marine invertebrate known for its distinctive coloration and active role in maintaining a clean aquarium. Typically exhibiting a beige to pale yellow-orange body with striking black or purple patterns on its disc and bands on its arms, this brittle star is as beautiful as it is functional. It inhabits protected reef areas and is most active during the night, scavenging for uneaten food and organic debris. Its relatively short, smooth arms allow it to navigate nooks and crannies effectively to find hidden detritus, making it a valuable member of any reef or fish-only marine setup.

Care Level

This species is considered to be of moderate aquarium hardiness and requires an intermediate level of care. It is generally peaceful and safe with corals, fish, and other invertebrates. However, due to its scavenging nature, it should not be introduced into a newly established aquarium and is best placed in systems that have already matured and have a stable food source.

Tank Essentials

A minimum aquarium size of 100 gallons (approximately 378 litres) is recommended to provide adequate space for this active scavenger. Maintain stable water parameters with a pH range of 8.0-8.4 and a temperature between 72-82°F (22-28°C). Stable salinity is crucial, and sudden changes can be detrimental.

Diet

As an omnivorous scavenger, the Superb Brittle Star feeds on detritus and uneaten food. To ensure it receives adequate nutrition, supplement its diet a couple of times a month by placing shrimp pellets or other sinking foods in dark corners of the aquarium during the evening hours.

Why Buy From Us

At Corais de Vidro, we offer healthy, robust Superb Brittle Stars, carefully sourced and prepared for their journey to your aquarium. We provide detailed care information to ensure your success and offer expert advice for maintaining a thriving marine environment.

• Scientific Name: *Ophioderma superba*
• Common Name / Variant: Superb Brittle Star / Banded Brittle Star / Painted Serpent Starfish
• Maximum Size: 25 cm (total arm length)
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific Ocean (e.g., Malaysia, Australia, Red Sea)
• pH Range: 8.0 – 8.4
• Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F)
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

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