{"title":"Invertebrates","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaptive-cultured cleanup crew and beneficial invertebrates for reef aquariums. Sustainably raised by Kaimana Reefworks to help maintain healthy, thriving marine ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"micro-brittle-starfish-5-pack","title":"Micro Brittle Starfish – 5 Pack","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eMicro brittle starfish are one of the most beneficial scavengers you can add to a reef aquarium. These small, reef-safe stars spend their time hidden within rockwork and substrate, helping consume leftover food, detritus, and organic waste. \u003cspan\u003eShould an arm break off, there is no need to worry: brittle stars regenerate lost appendages without any problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eUnlike larger decorative starfish, micro brittle stars reproduce readily in established aquariums and become a valuable part of a healthy clean-up crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kzslj5\" data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e5 live micro brittle starfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kzslj5\" data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 1\/2 inch to 1 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ja7xd9\" data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eReef safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rc4659\" data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eExcellent detritus consumers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12lhx27\" data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eHelp maintain biodiversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yccu6g\" data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eReproduce in established aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s2mcyt\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eGreat for refugiums and display tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jcpwko\" data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eReef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18i1ga1\" data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eRefugiums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bhdxu\" data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eNano aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"165durz\" data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eFish-only marine systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eCultured by Kaimana Reefworks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kaimana Reefworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43334130401343,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1332\/6655\/files\/Brittlestarfish.png?v=1780461288"},{"product_id":"trochus-snail","title":"Trochus Snail (5 Pack)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrochus snails are one of the most useful and reef-safe cleanup crew members for saltwater aquariums. Known for their steady algae-grazing behavior, these snails help keep rockwork, glass, and aquarium surfaces cleaner by feeding on common nuisance films and algae growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many other aquarium snails, Trochus snails are also able to right themselves if they fall over, making them a hardier and more practical choice for reef tanks. They are peaceful, coral-safe, and an excellent addition to both beginner and established marine aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Kaimana Reefworks, we recommend Trochus snails as part of a balanced cleanup crew for maintaining a healthier, more stable reef ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent grazer for film algae and light nuisance algae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef-safe and peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan often right themselves if flipped over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for rockwork, glass, and aquarium surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy choice for beginner and experienced reefkeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps support a more balanced aquarium ecosystem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Herbivore \/ algae grazer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.5\"–1.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Does well in a range of 8.0 to 8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.023–1.026 specific gravity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrochus snails primarily feed on algae and biofilm naturally growing in the aquarium. In very clean systems or newer tanks with limited algae, supplemental feeding with algae wafers, dried seaweed, or herbivore-friendly foods may be needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcclimation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend slow acclimation before adding Trochus snails to your aquarium. 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