Zoanthids Assorted Colour - Zoanthus species
Also known as: Colonial Polyp, Gold Zoanthid, Sea Mats, Moon Polyps, Encrusting Anemones
Colour: The Zoanthid assorted colour has a red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, tan, brown, cream and variations.
Type of hard coral: Large polyp stony coral (LPS).
Diet: Carnivore.
Feeding: It likes to eat filter feeding invert food, Mysis Shrimp, micro-plankton a few times per week, when open..
Behaviour: The Zoanthus species is generally semi-aggressive toward other tank mates
Care: Many consider the Zoanthus species a low-maintenance specimen. Poisonous if toxin is allowed in blood stream. Seek immediate medical attention
Lighting: Has intermediate lighting needs.Symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within this organism.
Water flow: The Colonial Polyp, Gold Zoanthid, Sea Mats, Moon Polyps, Encrusting Anemones requires intermediate water flow.
General notes: The Assorted Colour Zoanthid is an easy to keep coral, excellent for beginners and newer reefs. Caution should be exhibited when handling these corals however as they emit a powerful Palythoa Toxin. If you have flu-like symptoms without a fever and you handled these corals bare handed you may want to seek immediate medical attention.
Water parameters: Keep water quality high (SG 1.023 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4).
Origin: The Zoanthids assorted colours are commonly collected from around Australia.
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