Palythoa

Palythoa

Palythoa spp.

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Min Tank Size

11 gal

Max Size

0.8"

Temperature

75–81°F

pH Range

8.1–8.4

Lifespan

5-15 years

Diet

Photosynthetic

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Overview

The Palythoa (Palythoa spp.) is a beginner saltwater species known for its brown-green, muted tones coloration. Similar to zoanthids. On rock.

Origin & Appearance

Origin: Worldwide tropical.

Colors: Brown-Green, Muted tones.

Body Shape: Coral Colony (mound/boulder). Typical adult dimensions: 2.0 x 1.6 x 1.2.

Sexual Dimorphism: N/A; colonial.

Tank & Water Requirements

Min Tank Size11 gallons
Temperature7581°F
pH Range8.18.4
Water Hardness (GH)dKH 8-12
Bioloadlow
Oxygen Demandmedium
Plant Safeyes
Aquarium PositionOn rock

Behavior & Activity

Sessile colonial polyps; polyps extend and retract; colony slowly encrusts substrate; no movement

Speed: 0/100Aggression: 2/10diurnalSchooling (6+)

Breeding

Fragging (asexual); broadcast spawning (sexual)

Common Diseases

💊 Tissue recession💊 pests (flatworms💊 nudibranchs)

Expert Notes

Similar to zoanthids; contain palytoxin

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