Brown Featherduster (Sabellastarte Sanctijosephi)

The Brown Featherduster is a captivating marine invertebrate known for its subtle brown coloration and delicate, feather-like crown. This filter-feeding worm lives in a self-secreted tube and uses its plume to capture plankton and suspended organic particles, contributing to the overall nutrient cycling in your aquarium. Ideal for established tanks with stable water conditions and plenty of live rock for anchoring, the Brown Featherduster adds both natural beauty and functional filtration to your marine setup.

Care Information
Maximum Size: Crown can extend up to 4 inches.
Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum; best suited for mature tanks with ample live rock or substrate for anchoring its tube.
Diet: Filter feeder; primarily consumes plankton and fine organic particles. Supplemental feedings with phytoplankton or liquid coral foods are recommended to maintain health and coloration.
Water Temp: 72-78°F.
Salinity: 1.020-1.025.
Aggression: Peaceful; non-aggressive and compatible with other reef-safe tankmates.
Skill Level: Intermediate; requires stable water conditions and regular supplemental feeding.
Reef Compatibility: Reef-safe; does not harm corals or invertebrates and can enhance water quality by filtering out organic waste.

Special Feature – Natural Filtration and Delicate Appearance
The Brown Featherduster stands out with its elegant, brown-hued crown that subtly blends with its environment, while its constant filter-feeding helps keep your tank clean by removing excess nutrients and detritus.

Compatibility
This species is peaceful and works well in community tanks with other non-aggressive invertebrates and fish. It thrives in mature, stable systems with plenty of live rock and a calm, well-oxygenated environment.

Coloration

• Indo-Pacific Region: Typically exhibits a muted brown tone with natural variations, allowing it to camouflage effectively within its reef habitat.

Typical Habitat

• Distribution: Native to the Indo-Pacific, where it inhabits coral reefs and sandy areas with abundant live rock. In aquariums, it thrives in setups that mimic its natural environment, complete with stable water parameters and ample surface area for feeding.