{"product_id":"magician-zoanthid","title":"Magician Zoanthid WYSIWYG 7+ Polyps","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eMagician Zoanthid 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\u003eMagician Zoanthid\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic zoanthid variety known for its distinctive combination of deep, dark coloration and contrasting ring patterns. The polyps typically feature a darker central area surrounded by a vibrant contrasting ring, creating a clean, high-contrast appearance as the colony opens. Under blue-heavy reef lighting, the fluorescent pigments can become especially pronounced, giving the polyps additional depth and visual contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagician Zoanthids grow by producing new polyps along their mat, gradually forming a dense colony when established. Their compact growth form makes them well suited for frag racks, zoanthid gardens, or dedicated areas 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 Magician Zoanthid\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 keeps the polyps clean while allowing full 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 Magician Zoanthids on \u003cstrong\u003estable rockwork, a frag plug, or a dedicated zoanthid island\u003c\/strong\u003e with enough room for the colony to spread. Their mat can gradually expand onto nearby surfaces, so an isolated rock or designated zoanthid area is useful if you want to keep growth contained.\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 blasted directly by a powerhead. Good circulation also helps prevent detritus from collecting between the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow reasonable space from neighboring corals as the colony develops. Zoanthids can spread efficiently under favorable conditions and may eventually compete with slower-growing corals for available space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\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\u003eMagician Zoanthids generally perform well under \u003cstrong\u003e50–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e. Moderate lighting is usually sufficient for maintaining healthy polyp extension, coloration, and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a newly introduced 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 intensity can cause stress or changes in coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue-heavy reef lighting can enhance the fluorescent qualities of the contrasting colors, while a more balanced spectrum provides a better representation of the coral's natural appearance.\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 in an established reef.\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 good nutrient export rather than heavily feeding the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagician Zoanthids are a proven favorite for collectors looking for a high-contrast zoanthid with a distinctive pattern and compact spreading growth habit. This WYSIWYG specimen gives you the exact colony shown, making it an easy way to add bold color and visual definition to a zoanthid garden, frag collection, or established reef aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48644450091202,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/MagicianZoanthidWYSWYG_35.png?v=1787215420","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/magician-zoanthid","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}