Fire And Ice Zoanthids

About this coral

Fire And Ice Zoanthids are reef-safe zoanthid polyps (Zoanthus sp.) sold as a popular named morph for their eye-catching, contrast-rich look. In a saltwater aquarium, they’re commonly used as “zoa garden” frags—placing multiple colonies together on rock so they can expand into a dense, colorful mat over time. This listing is best treated as general zoanthid (Zoanthus) care guidance, with setup focused on stable saltwater chemistry and appropriate, moderate light and flow.

Features:

• Beginner-friendly zoanthids that are described as easy to keep and quick to grow.
• Works well for zoanthid “garden” layouts where mixed polyps contrast on the same rock feature.
• Prefers moderate flow to help keep detritus from settling on the mat.
• Typical placement is low to high on the rock, as long as lighting and flow match your system.
• May show semi-aggressive behavior toward other corals, so many aquarists isolate them on their own rock island.
• Set up for long-term success by maintaining consistent parameters (zoanthids are sensitive to swings).

Specifications:

• Scientific group: Zoanthus sp. (zoanthids)
• Care level (group guidance): Low/Difficulty: Low (easy to keep)
• Light (typical): Medium; PAR commonly cited around 75–150
• Water flow (typical): Medium; enough flow to help prevent detritus buildup
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Placement (typical): Low–High (depending on light/flow in your tank)
• Temperature: 24–26 °C (75–78 °F)
• Salinity: 1.026 SG (35 ppt)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8 dKH
• Calcium: 440 ppm
• Magnesium: 1320 ppm