Combo Zoas

About this coral

ASD Combo Zoas are zoanthid/palythoa-type coral polyps offered as a “combo” for reef aquarists who want a mix of colorful, polyp-based colonies. In practice, these corals are used to add bright, continuous polyp coverage to live rock—often forming dense “carpets” over time. Group-level husbandry generally follows zoanthid/palythoa care: provide strong aquarium light, stable saltwater chemistry, and appropriate water movement so the polyps can feed and photosynthesize.

Features:

• Bright, polyp-forming colonies that can create lively color and texture on rockwork
• Generally considered an approachable coral group for reef tanks when provided stable conditions
• Typically rely on light-supported photosynthesis, making lighting a key factor for good extension
• Usually prefer moderate water flow that helps keep detritus from settling while not blasting polyps
• Best placed on secure rock where they have room to expand and connect with other polyps
• A common reef-tank use is filling aquascape surfaces and creating mixed zoa/paly threads across the rock face

Specifications:

• Verified animal group: Zoanthids & palys (Zoantharia)
• Scientific name: UNVERIFIED
• Care level (general group guidance): Beginner to intermediate reef coral
• Lighting (general group guidance): Moderate to high aquarium light
• Water flow (general group guidance): Moderate, with gentle movement around the polyps
• Placement (general group guidance): Typically on live rock within the supported light zone; allow room for spread
• Diet (general group guidance): Photosynthesis-driven; benefits from reef feeding (e.g., fine particulate foods) in the water column
• Temperature (typical reef range): ~24–26 °C
• Salinity (typical reef range): ~1.020–1.026 specific gravity
• pH (typical reef range): ~8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (typical reef range): ~7–12 dKH
• Calcium (typical reef range): ~380–450 ppm
• Magnesium (typical reef range): ~1250–1350 ppm