Galaxy Flare Zoas

About this coral

ASD Galaxy Flare Zoas are zoanthid polyps sold for reef displays, typically used as vibrant, hardy additions to live rock colonies. In practice, zoanthids are appreciated for their ability to form attractive clusters over time and for their general ease of keeping in established saltwater systems. This product listing does not provide a verified scientific species for the “Galaxy Flare” variety, so the following guidance is based on general zoanthid (Zoanthids & Palys) care as a group.

Features:

• Zoanthid polyps are known for forming colorful colonies that can expand on stable rock or frag plugs over time
• Great choice for reef aquariums where you want hardy soft-coral style life that blends well with mixed layouts
• Best placed where the polyps can receive appropriate illumination and gentle circulation to keep them open and healthy
• Typically rely heavily on photosynthesis, with occasional supplemental feeding as an option for established displays
• Generally tolerant of typical reef filtration approaches when kept in stable, clean saltwater conditions
• Useful for building low- to mid-aquascape “islands” and rubble zones on live rock
• Works well alongside other compatible reef inhabitants in an established tank (avoid direct conflict from fast-moving or aggressive tankmates)

Specifications:

• Coral group: Zoanthids (Zoanthids & Palys)
• Care level (general): Easy to Moderate (group-level guidance for zoanthids)
• Lighting (general): Moderate to High
• Water flow (general): Gentle to Moderate, indirect/current that avoids constant blasting
• Placement (general): Attach/position on stable rock or a frag base with access to suitable light and flow
• Diet (general): Photosynthetic; supplemental particulate foods are optional for established tanks
• Temperature (general reef range): About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• pH (general target): About 8.1–8.4
• Salinity (general target): About 1.025–1.026 specific gravity
• Alkalinity (general target): About 7–11 dKH
• Calcium (general target): About 380–450 ppm
• Magnesium (general target): About 1250–1350 ppm