{"id":12808,"date":"2026-02-17T23:27:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:27:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/south-pacific-coloured-coral-polyp-zoanthus-sp\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:27:40","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:27:40","slug":"south-pacific-coloured-coral-polyp-zoanthus-sp","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=south-pacific-coloured-coral-polyp-zoanthus-sp","title":{"rendered":"South Pacific Coloured Coral Polyp Zoanthus Sp"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"163\"><strong data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"161\">South Pacific Coloured Coral Polyp (Zoanthus sp.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"529\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"178\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"181\" \/>The South Pacific Coloured Coral Polyp is a vibrant zoanthid, admired for its dazzling range of colors and patterns that can include greens, oranges, purples, blues, and reds. These polyps form a living carpet of bright, star-like colonies, making them a favorite choice for hobbyists looking to add striking visual impact to their reef aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"647\"><strong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"542\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"545\" \/>Collected from the South Pacific region, where they thrive in shallow reef flats and rocky crevices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"841\"><strong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"661\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"664\" \/>Primarily photosynthetic, sustained by symbiotic zooxanthellae. Supplemental feeding with phytoplankton, zooplankton, or coral foods will enhance coloration and colony growth.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1064\"><strong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"858\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"861\" \/>Reef-safe and compatible with peaceful fish and invertebrates. Their encrusting nature makes them a great addition to rockscapes but they should be kept away from slow-growing corals they may overtake.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1215\"><strong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1081\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\" \/>Low direct aggression, but fast-growing and capable of spreading quickly. Can outcompete less aggressive corals if not monitored.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1413\"><strong data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1238\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1241\" \/>Beginner. Hardy and adaptable, suitable for reef keepers of all levels. Prefers moderate to high lighting and moderate water flow for best coloration and polyp extension.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1438\"><strong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1436\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1531\">\n<li data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<p data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1475\">Temperature: 72\u201378\u00b0F (22\u201325.5\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1491\">\n<p data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1491\">pH: 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1517\">\n<p data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1517\">Salinity: 1.023\u20131.025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1531\">\n<p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1531\">dKH: 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South Pacific Coloured Coral Polyp (Zoanthus sp.) 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