Starfish – Luzon

Luzon Starfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15cm (5.9″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 35 years

Scientific Name: Echinaster Luzonicus

Other Common Names: Orange Luzon Star, Orange 6 Leg Star

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

The Luzon starfish is a very rare type of starfish species. Its scientific name is Echinaster Luzonicus, but its often referred to as the Luzon starfish, the orange Luzon starfish, or the orange 6 leg starfish. The Luzon starfish comes from the Echinasteridae family. Its maximum size is 5.9”and can live up to 35 years. Luzon starfish are omnivores that will not require direct feeding. These starfish will find their own food by scavenging from the rocks, sand, and water column. The Luzon starfish has a minimum tank size of 20 gallons. Luzon stars are peaceful and are considered coral and invertebrate safe. These starfish prefer to stick to the rocks. Starfish are regenerative and will grow back an arm if it is lost.