{"product_id":"red-yellow-feather-duster","title":"Red-Yellow Feather Duster","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eRed and Yellow Feather Dusters (\u003cem data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eSabellastarte\u003c\/em\u003e species) are tube worms commonly found in reef environments where moderate flow delivers a steady supply of plankton. They build soft tubes from sand and debris and remain anchored in place, extending their feather-like crown to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eWhen startled, they will quickly retract into their tube for protection. Given stable conditions and adequate feeding, they can remain extended throughout most of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eCare Level: Easy to Moderate – Requires consistent feeding in lower-nutrient systems\u003cbr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 10+ gallons\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eAquarium Setup: Established tank with stable parameters and moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eFeather dusters do best in systems where there is enough suspended food in the water column. Placement should allow gentle flow to pass over the crown without folding or collapsing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"e57uqf\" data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eRed and Yellow Feather Dusters are filter feeders that rely on fine particulate foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eDiet: Filter Feeder – Consumes suspended micro-particles\u003cbr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eRecommended Foods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11bj56p\" data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ePhytoplankton (live or preserved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fu2b1z\" data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eFine zooplankton and microfauna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a046zh\" data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003ePowdered coral foods and reef blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eIn nutrient-poor systems, supplemental feeding 2–3 times per week is recommended to maintain health and prevent slow starvation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bvigoq\" data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eLifespan \u0026amp; Growth Rate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eLifespan: 1–3+ years\u003cbr data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eWith regular feeding and stable water conditions, feather dusters can maintain their crown and occasionally regrow it if lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1mnxhmt\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eTemperament: Peaceful – Completely non-aggressive\u003cbr data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003eReef Safe? Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eThey are safe with corals and fish but may be targeted by certain species such as wrasses, butterflyfish, or other invertebrate pickers. Avoid housing them with known predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1o7oc57\" data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eCommon Challenges \u0026amp; Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eCrown Shedding:\u003cbr data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003eFeather dusters may drop their crown due to stress, shipping, or poor water quality. This is not always fatal, and they can regrow it over time if conditions improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003eStarvation Risk:\u003cbr data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003eIn ultra-clean systems, they may slowly decline without regular feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eSensitivity to Flow:\u003cbr data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003eExcessive direct flow can cause them to remain closed or detach from their tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003eHandling Stress:\u003cbr data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eRough handling or sudden parameter swings can cause retraction or long-term stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"52w0mo\" data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003eWater Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003eTemperature: 75–77°F\u003cbr data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003edKH (Alkalinity): 8–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.3\u003cbr data-start=\"3013\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eSpecific Gravity: 1.024–1.026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3181\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eStable water conditions and consistent access to suspended nutrients will help maintain a full, extended crown and long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TSA Inverts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49117731815722,"sku":"DUSTERxRedYellow","price":42.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/tsa-inverts-red-yellow-feather-duster-1228449405.png?v=1774128491","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/red-yellow-feather-duster","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}