Zoanthus & Palythoa Care Guide
Lighting Requirements
Zoanthus and Palythoa are among the most forgiving corals when it comes to lighting. They can thrive under a wide range of lighting intensities, making them suitable for both beginners and advanced reef keepers. However, it’s always best to acclimate new arrivals in lower light areas, as they are more susceptible to damage from overexposure than from underexposure.
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Low Light: 30–50 PAR
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Medium Light: 50–150 PAR
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High Light: 150+ PAR
Water Flow
Due to their structure, Zoanthus corals can trap detritus easily. A dirty colony may show reduced growth or tissue recession, whereas a clean one will remain healthy and vibrant. Proper water flow is essential to keep detritus and waste from accumulating.
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Aim for strong, consistent flow with occasional bursts of higher intensity to flush out buildup.
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If you don’t have a controllable pump, manually blasting the colony once daily with a turkey baster can help. Use just enough pressure to close the polyps briefly.
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Important: Only use this method on well-established colonies. Freshly glued frags may detach and should not be disturbed with strong flow.
Shipping & Handling at Shore Aquatic
We take pride in delivering healthy, vibrant corals. Each order is carefully hand-packed and labeled for easy acclimation and identification.
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Corals are shipped in labeled specimen cups or bags, with an instructional pamphlet included in every box.
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Packages are insulated and include a heat or cold pack based on your regional temperatures.
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All orders are sent via FedEx Standard Overnight to ensure a fast, safe arrival.
Zoanthus & Palythoa Care Guide
Lighting Requirements
Zoanthus and Palythoa are among the most forgiving corals when it comes to lighting. They can thrive under a wide range of lighting intensities, making them suitable for both beginners and advanced reef keepers. However, it’s always best to acclimate new arrivals in lower light areas, as they are more susceptible to damage from overexposure than from underexposure.
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Low Light: 30–50 PAR
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Medium Light: 50–150 PAR
-
High Light: 150+ PAR
Water Flow
Due to their structure, Zoanthus corals can trap detritus easily. A dirty colony may show reduced growth or tissue recession, whereas a clean one will remain healthy and vibrant. Proper water flow is essential to keep detritus and waste from accumulating.
-
Aim for strong, consistent flow with occasional bursts of higher intensity to flush out buildup.
-
If you don’t have a controllable pump, manually blasting the colony once daily with a turkey baster can help. Use just enough pressure to close the polyps briefly.
-
Important: Only use this method on well-established colonies. Freshly glued frags may detach and should not be disturbed with strong flow.
Shipping & Handling at Shore Aquatic
We take pride in delivering healthy, vibrant corals. Each order is carefully hand-packed and labeled for easy acclimation and identification.
-
Corals are shipped in labeled specimen cups or bags, with an instructional pamphlet included in every box.
-
Packages are insulated and include a heat or cold pack based on your regional temperatures.
-
All orders are sent via FedEx Standard Overnight to ensure a fast, safe arrival.