Milky Way Palys

About this coral

Milky Way Palys is a paly, a coral in the Zoanthids & Palys group, offered as a colorful polyp coral for reef displays. Zoanthids and palythoas, often called zoas and palys, are known for bright colors, many varieties and interesting growth patterns. They are counted among the hardiest and easiest corals to keep, which makes them a good fit for reef keepers of any experience level. The care notes below are general guidance for palys and zoanthids as a group, not documentation specific to this named color morph.

Features:

• Colorful polyp coral that adds a bright splash of color to reef displays.
• Considered one of the hardiest and easiest coral groups to care for, so it suits first-time reefers.
• Can handle parameter swings to a degree while new reef keepers are still dialing in their water.
• Tolerates a wide range of light. Increase lighting slowly to avoid stress or bleaching.
• Photosynthetic, but can benefit from occasional small, finely sized foods such as powdered coral foods or fine mysis, fed sparingly.
• Good flow helps remove detritus and algae films that can build up on the polyps.

Specifications:

• Care level: Easy (general paly guidance)
• Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive. May overgrow slower neighbors, so allow spacing.
• Lighting: Low to moderate, about 75-150 PAR. Acclimate gradually.
• Water flow: Moderate
• Placement: Low to mid
• Diet: Photosynthetic, with optional small targeted feedings
• Temperature: 76-82°F
• pH: 8.1-8.4
• Salinity: 1.025-1.026
• Calcium: 380-430 ppm