Zoanthus sp
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| Zoanthids | |
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| Zoanthids | |
| Species | Zoanthus sp. |
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| Difficulty | Easy |
| Required Lighting | Medium/High |
| Temp. | 22-25C (72-78F) |
| Placement | Middle to top of tank |
| Coloration | Various |
| pH | 8.1-8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.023-1.025 |
| Water Hardness | 9-19dh |
| Temperament | Semi-Aggressive |
| Water Flow | Moderate |
Contents
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.
Pictures
Pink
Orange/Brown
