{"product_id":"blues-clues-zoa","title":"Blues Clues Zoa","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBlues Clues Zoa WYSIWYG (\u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e sp.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlues Clues Zoa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a colorful \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e variety appreciated for its blue-toned coloration, contrasting center, and compact flower-like polyps. Individual polyps can display variations in blue, teal, green, and contrasting accent colors depending on the specimen, lighting, and aquarium conditions. Under blue-heavy reef lighting, the fluorescent pigments can become particularly pronounced, giving the colony a vibrant, high-contrast appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues Clues Zoas grow by producing new polyps along their connecting mat, gradually forming a dense colony when established. Their relatively compact growth form makes them a great choice for zoanthid gardens, frag racks, or dedicated sections of live rock. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG specimen, so the exact colony pictured is the coral you will receive\u003c\/strong\u003e, including its current polyp count, size, coloration, and development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blues Clues Zoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate, approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow that allows full polyp extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to Middle aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mat-forming, spreading colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; supplemental feeding is beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Blues Clues Zoa on \u003cstrong\u003estable rockwork, a frag plug, or a dedicated zoanthid island\u003c\/strong\u003e with room for the colony to spread. Zoanthids can gradually cover surrounding surfaces under favorable conditions, so an isolated rock or designated zoanthid area can help keep growth manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate, indirect flow. The polyps should be able to \u003cstrong\u003eopen fully and gently move in the current\u003c\/strong\u003e without being subjected to a direct blast from a wavemaker. Good circulation also helps keep debris from collecting between the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow reasonable spacing from neighboring corals as the colony develops. While individual zoanthid polyps are small, an established colony can spread efficiently and compete with slower-growing corals for available space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoanthids and palythoa-type corals may contain \u003cstrong\u003epalytoxin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Wear gloves and eye protection when handling or fragging them, avoid contact with open cuts, and never boil, burn, or aerosolize the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues Clues Zoas generally perform well under \u003cstrong\u003e50–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e. Moderate lighting is typically sufficient for healthy polyp extension, coloration, and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a new WYSIWYG specimen, start toward the lower end of the recommended range if its previous lighting is unknown and \u003cstrong\u003eacclimate gradually\u003c\/strong\u003e to stronger illumination. Sudden increases in light intensity can cause stress or temporary changes in coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue-heavy reef lighting can enhance the fluorescent blue and contrasting pigments, while a balanced spectrum will provide a more natural representation of the colony's overall coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e are primarily \u003cstrong\u003ephotosynthetic\u003c\/strong\u003e, obtaining much of their energy from their symbiotic algae. Supplemental feeding is not required but can provide additional nutrition and may support growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the polyps are fully open, occasional offerings of \u003cstrong\u003efine powdered coral foods, phytoplankton, or very small zooplankton-based foods\u003c\/strong\u003e can be used. Feed lightly and maintain appropriate nutrient export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlues Clues Zoa is a great choice for reef keepers and zoanthid collectors looking to add vibrant blue coloration and strong contrast to their aquarium. Its compact, spreading growth habit and eye-catching fluorescent appearance make this WYSIWYG specimen an excellent addition to a zoanthid garden, frag collection, or established mixed reef.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48644474142914,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/BluesCluesZoaWYSWYG_24.99.png?v=1787215499","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/blues-clues-zoa","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}