Fiji Multicolor Zoanthid Coral (Zoanthus Spp.)

The Fiji Multicolor Zoanthid is a striking colonial soft coral prized for its dense polyp growth and dynamic blend of green, yellow, red, and orange tones. This photosynthetic coral forms an encrusting mat that steadily expands across aquarium rockwork, displaying vivid fluorescence under blue-spectrum reef lighting.

Adaptable and hardy, this live coral thrives in established saltwater aquariums with low to moderate water flow and moderate lighting. Because it derives primary energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae, it requires minimal maintenance while creating a colorful, living reef display.

Key Features

Highlights

• Diet: Mixotroph. Primarily photosynthetic but also capable of absorbing dissolved nutrients and capturing very fine suspended foods.
• Feeding: Supplemental feeding is optional. Fine particulate coral foods, finely crushed marine foods, or other appropriately sized zooplankton-based foods may be offered approximately 1–2 times per week. Avoid excessive feeding, as zoanthids receive much of their nutritional needs through photosynthesis.
• Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe. Zoanthids are generally compatible with reef-safe fish and invertebrates but should be given sufficient room to spread as the colony grows.
• Spacing: Allow room around the colony for future growth. Zoanthids can gradually spread onto adjacent rockwork and may compete for space with neighboring corals.
• Temperament: Generally Peaceful, although their rapid encrusting growth can eventually bring them into competition with nearby corals.
• Placement: Suitable for lower-to-middle rockwork, depending on lighting intensity. Placement on an isolated rock can also help control the colony's spread as it grows.
• Water Flow: Low to Moderate. Enough flow should be provided to keep debris from settling between the polyps while still allowing the colony to remain fully extended.
• Lighting: Low to Moderate reef lighting is generally suitable. Coloration can become particularly intense under blue-spectrum lighting. New colonies should be gradually acclimated to stronger lighting.
• Water Requirements: Maintain stable reef conditions with consistent temperature, salinity, alkalinity, and nutrient levels. Zoanthids are relatively adaptable but perform best when rapid parameter swings are avoided.
• Handling: Zoanthids should be handled carefully and preferably with gloves and eye protection. Some zoanthids can contain palytoxin or related toxins, so avoid contact with the eyes or mouth and thoroughly wash exposed skin after handling. Never boil or expose zoanthid-covered rock to hot water or steam.

Materials & care

Always handle using protective gloves and eye protection due to potential natural toxins. Maintain stable saltwater reef parameters with consistent temperature, salinity, alkalinity, and nutrient levels, ensuring low to moderate water movement across the polyps.

Compatibility

Reef-safe and compatible with non-predatory marine fish and invertebrates. Provide adequate spacing from neighboring corals, as the encrusting mat will gradually expand across surrounding rockwork.

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