
Nebula Zoanthids (Zoanthus spp. – Stellar Color Patterns)
Quick Stats
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Care Level: Easy
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Temperament: Peaceful
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Colour Form: Varies (Orange, Blue, Green, Pink)
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Water Conditions: 24-28°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
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Family: Zoanthidae
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Lighting: Moderate to High
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Supplements: Amino Acids, Trace Elements, Iodine
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Water Flow: Moderate
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Placement: Bottom to Mid-Level
Overview The Nebula Zoanthids encompass a diverse group of zoanthid corals, each exhibiting unique and vibrant color patterns. Common variations include:
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Nebula Zoanthids: These feature a bright orange center that fades outward to a blue ring, creating a striking visual effect. Tidal Gardens
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Rose Nebula Zoas: Known for their intricate shades of pink with speckled patterns and green skirts, these zoas thrive under medium to high lighting conditions. Zoanthids.com
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RAS Exploding Nebula Zoas: A newer release, these zoas are distinguished by their vibrant colors and unique patterns, making them a sought-after addition for collectors.
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Crab Nebula Palythoa/Zoanthid: These fully aqua-cultured zoanthids display varied sizes and colors, adding diversity to any reef setup. Corals of Eden
These variations offer aquarists a range of stunning options to enhance their reef aquariums.
Care & Feeding Nebula Zoanthids are hardy and adaptable, thriving in a wide range of reef setups. They prefer moderate to high lighting and moderate water flow to maintain optimal health and encourage full polyp extension.
While they primarily rely on photosynthesis, occasional feedings of reef-specific foods such as reef roids, phytoplankton, or zooplankton can stimulate faster growth and enhance coloration.
Optimal Parameters
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Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
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Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
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Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
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Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppmWorld Wide Corals+3reefremedies.com+3Tidal Gardens+3
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Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement Position Nebula Zoanthids in the bottom to mid-level of your aquarium, ensuring they receive moderate water flow to prevent detritus buildup and encourage healthy polyp extension. Due to their rapid growth, monitoring their spread is essential to prevent them from overtaking other corals.
A True Icon of the Reef With their bold and diverse color mixes, Nebula Zoanthids add an exotic and electrifying touch to any marine setup, making them an absolute must-have for reef enthusiasts!
Note: The term "Nebula Zoanthids" refers to various morphs within the Zoanthus genus, each with distinct characteristics. It's important to research specific morphs for detailed care requirements.