Starfish - GRIPPY
Adoption Fee:
Intake: February 9, 2026
Found: Amelia Island, Florida — attached to a piling, unwilling to detach.
Condition on arrival: Good. Determined.
Temperament: Tenacious. Once he’s somewhere, he’s somewhere. We mean this sincerely.
Light: Any.
Attention: Low.
Good with children: Excellent.
Good with other residents: Yes — he’s easy about it.
Requirements: A spot you’re sure about. Also: he suits corners and small walls that other residents overwhelm.
Hook: “He would not let go of the piling.”
Getting Grippy off that piling at Amelia Island took considerably longer than it should have. He had a position and he held it. He is tenacious, easy-going about everything else, and he is the resident we recommend for the small awkward wall that nothing else fits — the bit beside a door, the space above a light switch. He’ll take it and he’ll stay.
Product Details:
Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 1"
Weight: 1.5 lbs
Material: Authentic driftwood
Finish: Weathered hand-painted finish
Display: Wall hanging or shelf styling
Use: Indoor or covered patio
Care: Wipe clean with a dry cloth; avoid cleaning agents
Note: Each piece may vary slightly in color, texture, and finish due to its handmade nature.