{"product_id":"cushion-starfish","title":"Cushion Starfish","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 255, 42);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCushion Starfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique and eye-catching marine invertebrate with a thick, rounded body and short, reduced arms. Its unusual appearance makes it a fascinating addition to a large, established marine aquarium.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCushion Starfish are generally slow-moving and spend their time travelling across rockwork and the substrate while searching for food. They are best suited to \u003cstrong\u003emature aquariums with established natural food sources\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be acclimated carefully, as starfish can be sensitive to sudden changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of mature live rock, natural growth and a stable environment for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCulcita\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detritus, microorganisms and other available organic foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockwork and substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use caution; may consume or disturb some sessile invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature aquarium strongly recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a Cushion Starfish eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts diet can include microorganisms, detritus and other organic material available throughout a mature aquarium. Supplemental foods may also be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a Cushion Starfish reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful, but \u003cstrong\u003eCulcita\u003c\/strong\u003e starfish can be opportunistic feeders and may consume or disturb some corals and other sessile invertebrates. Caution is recommended in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep one in a new aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A mature aquarium is strongly recommended because established systems provide a more reliable natural food supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large can Cushion Starfish become?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can become considerably larger than many common aquarium starfish, so provide adequate aquarium space as the specimen grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdding one to an immature aquarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew systems may not contain enough natural food to support a starfish long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssuming it is completely reef safe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCushion Starfish can be opportunistic feeders and may interact with corals or other sessile invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRapid acclimation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarfish are sensitive to sudden changes in salinity and water chemistry. Use a slow, careful acclimation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling it roughly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid unnecessary handling and never expose the starfish to air unnecessarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAllowing poor water quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable salinity, temperature and overall water quality are essential for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49287031095435,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/photoroom_20250514_102537.webp?v=1788238434","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/cushion-starfish","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}