Dragon Eyes Zoas

About this coral

Dragon Eyes Zoas are a zoanthid (zoa) coral colony for reef aquariums, sold for their eye-catching polyps and colony-building growth over time. In most reef setups, they’re a practical choice for adding hardy, colorful soft coral “spotlight” to rockwork while benefiting from the stability and consistent care that zoanthids generally prefer.

Features:

• Zoanthid polyps can extend and help create a lively, textured look on the substrate or rock.
• Best kept in stable aquarium conditions, since zoanthids tend to respond to changes in water chemistry and light/flow.
• Place in lower to moderate lighting with gentle, indirect water movement so the colony can remain open and healthy (move gradually if you change brightness).
• Healthy zoanthids can spread by new growth, making them a popular option for aquarists who want gradual colony expansion.
• Handle with care: zoanthids (and especially palythoas) may contain palytoxin, and risk can increase when the colony’s tissue or coating is disturbed.
• For best results, introduce and adjust slowly after shipment so the colony can recover in the new tank environment.

Specifications:

• Coral group: Zoanthid (zoa) colony
• Care level (general guidance): Beginner-friendly in stable reef conditions
• Temperature: 75–78°F
• Salinity (specific gravity): 1.025–1.026
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1300–1450 ppm