Orange Linkia Starfish

Echinaster luzonicus

Identification	Small orange to reddish-orange star with five slightly uneven, cylindrical arms. Slightly rough surface texture. Smaller and more manageable than the Blue Linkia.
Maximum Length	Up to 8 inches
Origin	Indo-Pacific
Minimum Tank Size	30 gallons
Reef Compatibility	Excellent

Behavior

Slower-moving than Blue Linkia. Grazes on film algae and microorganisms on live rock surfaces. More forgiving than L. laevigata but still requires good water quality.

Diet & Feeding

Grazes on film algae, microorganisms, and organic matter coating live rock. Supplement with small meaty foods placed near the animal.

Cautions

Like all Linkia-type stars, sensitive to water quality changes. Drip-acclimate over at least 1 hour. Never expose to air. Less demanding than Blue Linkia but still requires stable parameters.