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Zooanthid Coral Profile

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Zooanthid CoralsR. Tebben

Genus:

Zoanthus

Common Species:

  • Z. coppingeri, Z. danae, Z. mantoni, Z. pacificus, Z. pulchellus, Z. sociatus, Z. solanderi, Z. vietnamensis
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    Common Names:

  • Sea Mat
  • Button Polyps

    • Notes:

  • Prefers bright light, but is tolerant of lower light.
  • Prefers moderate to strong current.
  • High reproductive rate.
  • Very aggressive coral.
  • Some species contain a strong neurotoxin which affects humans.
  • Good starter coral.
    • Suggested Reading

    Free E-Mail Class - "Saltwater Aquariums 101 - Getting Started"How To Set Up A Saltwater Aquarium In 10 Easy StepsSeven Cardinal Sins of Saltwater Aquaria Keeping

    Suggested Reading

    Soft Coral Photos SPS & LPS Coral PhotosFeeding Corals - Corals Need More Than Light

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