Brittle star ID? Lavender with baubles

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I got this gorgeous brittlestar at a LFS, but they weren't sure what type it was.
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Unlike others I've encountered, he has these fun "baubles" on his legs. He is a metallic, light purple with bluish spines, giving it a lavender appearance.
 
Bubble Tip Brittle Star..
Description: From the island of Fiji, a Super Hardy efficient scavenger and sand sifter, It is nocturnal and often hides under rocks during the day. At night, it comes out to eat detritus, left-over food and small organisms.
Notes: Starfish are intolerant of sudden changes in oxygen levels, salinity and pH of the water, and cannot tolerate copper-based medications. Extra care and time should be taken whenever acclimating this animal.The drip acclimation method is highly recommended for all Sea Stars due to their intolerability to changes in water chemistry. Starfish must never receive exposure to air during acclimation.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Very good
 
Bubble Tip Brittle Star..
Description: From the island of Fiji, a Super Hardy efficient scavenger and sand sifter, It is nocturnal and often hides under rocks during the day. At night, it comes out to eat detritus, left-over food and small organisms.
Notes: Starfish are intolerant of sudden changes in oxygen levels, salinity and pH of the water, and cannot tolerate copper-based medications. Extra care and time should be taken whenever acclimating this animal.The drip acclimation method is highly recommended for all Sea Stars due to their intolerability to changes in water chemistry. Starfish must never receive exposure to air during acclimation.
Level of Care: Moderate
Reef Compatibility:Very good
YES! I searched under that name, and although I didn't see my color variant, that is it [emoji106] Thank you!
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