{"product_id":"captain-jerk-palythoa-coral","title":"Captain Jerk Palythoa Coral","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eCaptain Jerk Palythoa Coral (\u003cem\u003ePalythoa\u003c\/em\u003e sp.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCaptain Jerk Palythoa Coral\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and colorful polyp coral known for its distinctive pattern, contrasting coloration, and colony-forming growth. Its larger fleshy polyps create an eye-catching display and make Captain Jerks a great choice for adding color and texture to zoanthid and palythoa gardens or mixed reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalythoa are generally hardy and adaptable, making them popular with both newer and experienced reef keepers. Under favorable conditions, Captain Jerk Palythoa can develop additional polyps and spread across nearby rockwork, gradually forming a dense colony. Providing dedicated rockwork can help control their spread within the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePalythoa\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captain Jerk Palythoa\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 — enough flow to prevent debris from settling while allowing the polyps to remain fully open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle areas of the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful, but colonies can spread aggressively onto nearby rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; occasional fine particulate or appropriately sized coral foods may support growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast under favorable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, although spreading colonies should be managed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–79°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.024–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–450 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,250–1,400 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef aquarium parameters and gradually acclimate the coral to your aquarium's lighting and flow. Coloration can vary depending on lighting spectrum, intensity, nutrients, and viewing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palythoa may contain \u003cstrong\u003epalytoxin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a potentially dangerous toxin. Wear gloves and eye protection when handling or fragging these corals, avoid contact with your eyes or mouth, and wash your hands thoroughly afterward. \u003cstrong\u003eNever boil, steam, or expose Palythoa-covered rock to hot water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48718240252098,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/Captain_Jerk_Palythoa_Coral_Palythoa_sp..jpg?v=1788352848","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/captain-jerk-palythoa-coral","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}