Feather Duster - Seballastarte Indica
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The Feather Duster (Sabellastarte indica) is a peaceful and visually captivating marine invertebrate, known for its delicate, feathery crown used for filter feeding. This sedentary worm adds both beauty and natural filtration to reef aquariums.
Common Name: Feather Duster
Scientific Name: Sabellastarte indica
Family: Sabellidae
Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm) crown diameter
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Moderate
Reef Safe: Yes
Native Region: Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, commonly inhabiting sandy or rubble substrates and attaching to hard surfaces in reef environments.
Tank Size: Minimum of 10 gallons
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.025
Substrate: Attach to live rock or other hard surfaces; ensure stable placement and moderate water flow for optimal feeding.
• Feeding: Filter feeder—requires planktonic foods such as phytoplankton, microplankton, or finely crushed marine foods. Feed 2–3 times per week.
• Behavior: Sedentary; retracts quickly when disturbed.
• Tankmates: Compatible with most peaceful reef fish and invertebrates; avoid aggressive or burrowing species that may disturb the tube.
• Care: Sensitive to water quality; maintain stable parameters and gentle water flow.