Buyer question
Is a Zoanthid coral good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Zoanthid coral 4 out of 5 for beginners (good first coral).
Source: the Zoanthid coral page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Zoanthid coral in the Animal Library
The detail
Zoanthids are colonial polyps from tropical reefs, prized for bright colors and patterns. They are among the easiest corals to keep, but some produce palytoxin, a potent toxin, so handling needs care.
- Best fit
- Beginner reef keepers
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Hardy)
What to weigh
Some zoanthids contain palytoxin, which can cause serious illness. Wear gloves and eye protection and never boil rock with zoanthids on it.