{"product_id":"assorted-zoanthids","title":"Assorted Zoanthids","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAssorted Zoanthids (\u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssorted Zoanthids are an excellent way to bring a mix of color, pattern, and texture into virtually any reef aquarium. Depending on the individual morph, polyps can display combinations of green, orange, red, yellow, blue, purple, and contrasting fluorescent tones. Their rounded oral discs are surrounded by short skirts of tentacles, creating dense, colorful colonies as the polyps multiply and spread across the rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder blue-heavy reef lighting, many Zoanthid varieties develop particularly strong fluorescence and contrast, making even smaller frags stand out. Once established, Zoanthids generally grow by producing new polyps around the base of the colony, gradually creating a larger mat. Their manageable care requirements and enormous variety of color morphs make them popular with both newer reef keepers and experienced collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoanthids \/ Zoas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate; approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate; enough flow to keep the polyps clean without causing them to remain closed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to Middle aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encrusting colonial growth; new polyps spread outward from the established colony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; occasional supplemental feeding can support healthy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace Zoanthids on stable rockwork or a dedicated zoa garden where they have room to spread. Low-to-moderate, indirect water movement is ideal. The polyps should move gently rather than being continuously pushed to one side by strong flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoanthids do not produce the long sweeper tentacles associated with many LPS corals, but their spreading growth should still be considered when choosing placement. Leaving some space between different corals helps prevent the colony from eventually growing into neighboring specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PAR range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50–150\u003c\/strong\u003e works well for most commonly kept Zoanthids, although individual morphs can vary in their preferences. Moderate blue-spectrum reef lighting typically provides excellent coloration and fluorescence without exposing the polyps to unnecessarily intense light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing new Zoanthids to a brighter aquarium, begin them in a lower-light location and gradually acclimate them to their final position. Sudden increases in light intensity can cause polyps to remain closed or become stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoanthids receive much of their energy from their symbiotic photosynthetic algae and generally do not require frequent direct feeding. However, occasional supplemental feeding can be beneficial, particularly for established colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine particulate coral foods, powdered reef foods, phytoplankton-based blends, and very small meaty particles can be offered sparingly. Good water quality and stable reef parameters remain more important than heavy feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith their wide range of colors, compact growth habit, and approachable care requirements, Assorted Zoanthids are an excellent choice for building a colorful zoa garden or adding variety to an established reef. Each assortment provides an opportunity to introduce multiple contrasting Zoanthid morphs while maintaining the straightforward care that makes zoas a favorite among reef keepers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48670214062274,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug25_2026_12_47_41AM.png?v=1787633457","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/assorted-zoanthids","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}