Difference between revisions of "Zoanthus sp"

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{{Coral Profile
 
  |name = Zoanthids
 
  |image = Greenzoanthid-6400.jpg
 
  |caption = Zoanthids
 
  |species = ''Zoanthus sp.''
 
  |difficulty = Easy
 
  |light_needs = Medium/High
 
  |temperature = 22-25C (72-78F)
 
  |placement = Middle to top of tank
 
  |coloration = Various
 
  |ph = 8.1-8.4
 
  |water_flow = Moderate
 
  |specific_gravity = 1.023-1.025
 
  |water_hardness = 9-19dh
 
  |temperament = Semi-Aggressive
 
}}
 
 
{{Coral Data
 
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   |name = Zoanthids
 
   |name = Zoanthids

Latest revision as of 22:47, 6 June 2020




Zoanthids

Greenzoanthid-6400.jpg
Zoanthids

Zoanthus sp.


pH

8.1 - 8.4

22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)


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Midground

Various





Alternative names[edit]

Zoanthids, Zoos, Zoanthid Polyps, Sea Mats, Button Polyps

Tank compatibility[edit]

Will sting neighbouring coral.

Diet[edit]

Zoanthids contain a symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae and are therefore photosynthetic. They will benefit, however, from occasional feedings of microplankton.

Feeding regime[edit]

Only occasional feedings are necessary as they are photosynthetic corals.

Environment Specifics[edit]

Is sold as a "frag" that is easily placed into the tank. Provide it with space to grow as it will sting neighbouring coral. Their placement should be planned carefully. Needs a moderate flow to move water with poisons away to be cleaned out of the water. Zoanthus or "Zoas" will live under a varity of lighting conditions, however, for their colors to remain bright and vivid they should be placed in a region of 200 to 400 PAR.

Behaviour[edit]

Poisonous, ALWAYS wear gloves when handling this coral.

Identification[edit]

An attractive and popular colourful colony coral. They are available in a variety of colours including green, tan, pink, brown and orange.

Pictures[edit]

External links[edit]