Family
Common name: Sea Stars
Scientific name: Goniasteridae
Goniasteridae, commonly known as sea stars or asteroids, is a diverse family of starfish characterized by a wide range of colors and patterns. Members of this family are popular in the reefkeeping hobby due to their striking appearance and their role in the tank's ecosystem. They are generally reef-safe and can help control algae growth. However, some species may prey on small invertebrates or corals. It's important to research individual species for compatibility with tank inhabitants. Goniasteridae species often require stable water conditions and ample hiding places.
- Common name: Orange spotted purple sea starScientific name: Fromia elegans
- Common name: Ghardaqa Sea StarScientific name: Fromia ghardaqana
- Common name: Indian Sea StarScientific name: Fromia indica
- Common name: Red StarfishScientific name: Fromia milleporella
- Common name: Red Tile StarfishScientific name: Fromia monilis
- Common name: Red Sea StarScientific name: Fromia nodosa
- Common name: Red StarfishScientific name: Fromia polypora
- Common name: arctic cushion starScientific name: Hippasteria phrygiana
- Common name: icon starScientific name: Iconaster longimanus
- Common name: Blue Sea StarScientific name: Neoferdina cumingi
- Common name: Chocolate Chip Sea StarScientific name: Neoferdina glyptodisca
- Common name: Red Knob Sea StarScientific name: Neoferdina insolita
- Common name: vermillion seastarScientific name: Pentagonaster duebeni
- Common name: Mottled Sea StarScientific name: Tosia australis