(Zoanthus)

Description

Vibrant Zoanthus Corals for Your Aquarium

Add a splash of color and life to your reef tank with these stunning, easy-to-care-for Zoanthus corals.

Overview

Zoanthus, commonly known as button polyps or zoas, are a popular choice for aquarists due to their vibrant colors and hardiness. These colonial corals feature small polyps with tentacles surrounding a central mouth, forming attractive mats on live rock. They are peaceful, do not sting other corals, and come in an incredible array of color morphs, making them ideal for creating a “Zoa garden.” Their symbiotic zooxanthellae provide most of their nutritional needs through photosynthesis.

Care Level

Easy. Zoanthus corals are adaptable and forgiving, making them an excellent choice for beginners. They are peaceful and generally compatible with most reef inhabitants.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 40 litres is recommended. Maintain stable water parameters with salinity at 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4, and temperature 22-26°C (75-83°F). Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to prevent detritus buildup.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, Zoanthus benefit from occasional targeted feeding with micro-plankton or coral snow to enhance growth and coloration.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Zoanthus corals online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy aquarium livestock, responsibly sourced and carefully acclimated for optimal success in your reef. We prioritize humane shipping and robust packaging.

• Scientific Name: Zoanthus spp.
• Common Name / Variant: Zoanthus / Zoas (color morphs vary)
• Maximum Size: 1-3 cm (individual polyp diameter)
• Origin: Indo-Pacific, Caribbean, Atlantic (wild); captive-bred available
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–26°C (75–83°F)
• Lifespan: Colonies can live for decades, potentially hundreds of years under optimal conditions.
• Swimming Zone: Bottom/Mid (attached to rockwork)

Bring home vibrant Zoanthus corals today!