{"product_id":"zoa-frags-various-copy","title":"Assorted Zoa Frags - Zoanthus sp.","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Zoa (Zoanthus sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Zoa is a colourful soft coral selection loved for its bright polyps, attractive patterns and ability to add vivid colour across reef rockwork. Zoanthus corals are popular with reef keepers thanks to their wide range of colour morphs, relatively forgiving care requirements and attractive mat-forming growth in stable marine aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Zoa, Zoanthus Coral, Zoas, Button Polyps, Colony Polyps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMat-forming soft coral with individual polyps spreading across rockwork or suitable reef surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus corals are found across tropical reef environments, including Indo-Pacific reef flats, lagoons, rubble zones and shallow rockwork where they receive moderate light, steady water movement and stable marine conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity: SG 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity: 7–10 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium: 400–450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium: 1250–1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Low but detectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate: Low but detectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLOW TO MEDIUM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Zoa generally does well under low to medium reef lighting. Many colour forms can adapt to stronger lighting over time, but sudden increases in intensity may cause the polyps to close or lose colour. Gradual light acclimation is recommended when introducing them to a new aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLOW TO MEDIUM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide gentle to moderate indirect flow that keeps the polyps clean and helps prevent detritus from settling between them. Avoid harsh direct flow, as this can cause the polyps to remain closed or prevent natural expansion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace on lower to middle rockwork where the polyps can receive suitable light and steady flow. Allow space for the mat to spread, and avoid placing directly beside slower-growing corals that may be overgrown as the Zoanthus colony expands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament \/ Aggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful to semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus corals do not usually sting aggressively, but they can spread over nearby surfaces and compete for space. Some soft corals may also contribute to chemical warfare in mixed reefs, so good filtration, activated carbon and sensible spacing are helpful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotosynthetic, but benefits from feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Zoa receives much of its energy from light through its symbiotic zooxanthellae. It may also benefit from fine coral foods, amino acids, phytoplankton-based foods and very small particulate foods, although heavy feeding is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a stable reef aquarium, Zoanthus corals can spread steadily across rockwork and develop into colourful displays. Growth rate varies depending on the colour form, lighting, flow, nutrient levels and overall aquarium stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssorted Zoa is generally hardy, but stable parameters, moderate nutrients and clean water movement will help support good polyp extension and colour. Avoid letting detritus build up between the polyps, and inspect carefully before introduction for pests such as nudibranchs, sundial snails or irritating algae. Always handle Zoanthus corals with care, avoid cutting or damaging tissue unnecessarily, and wash hands thoroughly after handling due to the potential presence of palytoxin in some related zoanthid corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to Intermediate reefkeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegularly available in the coral trade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the coral you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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