Zoanthids (Zoanthus sp.)

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Zoanthids

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Zoanthids

Zoanthus sp.


pH

8.1 - 8.4

22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)


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Midground

Various





Alternative names

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

Tank compatibility

Will sting neighbouring coral.

Diet

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

Feeding regime

Only occasional feedings are necessary as they are photosynthetic corals.

Environment Specifics

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

Poisonous, ALWAYS wear gloves when handling this coral.

Identification

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

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