Stratosphere
(Zoanthus)

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Zoanthus ‘Stratosphere’: Your Reef’s New Star Attraction

Elevate your reef aquarium with the captivating Zoanthus ‘Stratosphere’. Its unique patterns and vibrant hues make it a true showpiece for discerning aquarists.

Overview

The ‘Stratosphere’ Zoanthid is a highly sought-after soft coral, celebrated for its striking, iridescent coloration. Each polyp features an intricate central disk with alternating rings of black and gold, beautifully framed by a vibrant pink and purple skirt. These polyps form stunning, encrusting colonies, slowly spreading across your rockwork and creating a dazzling, living tapestry that commands attention in any healthy aquarium.

Care Level

While Zoanthids are generally considered easy, the ‘Stratosphere’ requires consistent, stable reef parameters to truly thrive. It’s an excellent choice for intermediate aquarists or careful beginners ready to maintain stable conditions. Its semi-aggressive nature means allowing space for its colony to grow without encroaching on other corals.

Reef Tank Essentials

A minimum of 40 litres is recommended for a healthy colony. Maintain stable water parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, and salinity 1.025. Moderate, indirect water flow is crucial to keep polyps clear of detritus, and low to moderate lighting (50-150 PAR) will showcase its best coloration without stress.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, the ‘Stratosphere’ Zoanthid gains energy from its symbiotic zooxanthellae. Enhance its growth and vibrancy with supplemental feedings of fine particulate foods like cyclopeeze, phytoplankton, or small frozen foods 2-3 times per week.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Zoanthus Stratosphere online from us, you receive aquacultured corals acclimated to home aquarium conditions, ensuring a healthier transition to your tank. We prioritize ethical sourcing and secure shipping, so your new collector Zoanthid arrives vibrant and ready to flourish. Invest in healthy aquarium fish and corals with confidence.

• Scientific Name: *Zoanthus sp.*
• Common Name / Variant: Stratosphere Zoanthid
• Maximum Size: Forms encrusting colonies (individual polyps typically 1-2 cm wide)
• Origin: Indo-Pacific (commonly aquacultured)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–27°C (75–80°F)
• Lifespan: Colony can live for decades to centuries
• Swimming Zone: Low to Mid-tank; Moderate, indirect flow; Low to Moderate light

Add this exquisite Stratosphere Zoanthid to your collection today!