Pink Zipper
(Zoanthus)

Description

“Pink Zipper” Zoanthids: Vibrant Color for Your Reef!

Introduce a dazzling splash of color with the stunning “Pink Zipper” Zoanthids, a sought-after variety renowned for its intricate patterns and vivid hues.

Overview

The “Pink Zipper” Zoanthid (*Zoanthus* sp.) is a captivating colonial coral prized for its striking coloration, featuring a bright pink center, a vivid purple band, and a skirt of alternating pink and purple tentacles that indeed resemble a zipper. These corals form dense mats and spread by encrusting, quickly filling open spaces in your reef aquarium with a carpet of mesmerizing color. They are relatively hardy and adapt well to various aquarium conditions, making them a popular choice for both beginner and experienced reef keepers. Under appropriate lighting, their colors can glow intensely.

Care Level

Beginner. These corals are generally hardy and forgiving, making them an excellent choice for novice aquarists. They are peaceful but can be semi-aggressive, so provide adequate space to prevent them from overgrowing neighboring corals.

Tank Essentials

Minimum tank size of 10 gallons is recommended. Maintain stable water parameters: Temperature 75-80°F (24-26°C), salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4. Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to keep polyps clean without causing stress. Lighting should be moderate, with a PAR range of 75-150.

Diet

Zoanthids primarily rely on their symbiotic zooxanthellae for nutrition but benefit from supplemental feedings of fine particle foods, zooplankton, or dissolved organic compounds a few times a week.

Why Buy From Us

We offer healthy, aquacultured “Pink Zipper” Zoanthids, carefully grown and tank-hardened. Each frag is prepared for immediate shipping to ensure you receive vibrant, pest-free specimens ready to thrive in your aquarium.

• Scientific Name: *Zoanthus* sp.
• Common Name / Variant: Pink Zipper
• Maximum Size: Polyps typically 0.5-1 inch in diameter. Colonies can spread extensively.
• Origin: Aquacultured (Wild-sourced also available from Indopacific regions)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 75–80°F (24–26°C)
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Mid

Add vibrant “Pink Zipper” Zoanthids to your reef aquarium today!