{"product_id":"yellow-belly-zoanthids-pea-f-oc2710","title":"Yellow Belly Zoanthids","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Belly Zoanthids, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spp. and related species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, are brightly colored colonial polyps distinguished by their vivid contrasting centers and densely packed growth. This specimen displays brilliant fluorescent yellow centers surrounded by deep burgundy to purple-red oral discs and rich crimson-red skirts, producing an exceptionally bold color combination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthids grow as individual fleshy polyps connected by a shared mat of tissue that attaches to rock and other hard surfaces. Each polyp features a central mouth surrounded by a broad oral disc and a ring of short tentacles forming the characteristic outer skirt. As an established colony grows, new polyps develop from the connecting tissue and gradually expand across available substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yellow Belly coloration creates especially strong contrast under reef aquarium lighting. The intense yellow central region immediately draws the eye, while dark burgundy radial coloration transitions outward into bright red tentacles. When the polyps are fully extended, the tightly grouped colony forms a striking field of yellow centers framed by deep red coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e species contain symbiotic photosynthetic dinoflagellates that provide much of their nutritional energy. They can also capture very small suspended particles from the surrounding water. Consistent reef aquarium conditions, appropriate lighting, and moderate water movement generally support good polyp expansion, coloration, and colony growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrnamental zoanthid names such as Yellow Belly refer to aquarium color morphs rather than scientifically distinct species. Because coloration and external appearance are not sufficient for reliable species-level identification, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spp. and related species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the most appropriate scientific identification for this specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Identification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spp. and related species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zoanthids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to Moderate, indirect and variable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lower to middle areas of the aquarium depending on lighting intensity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive through growth and spreading; provide room between the colony and slower-growing neighboring corals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reef safe with appropriate placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; may also capture very small planktonic and particulate foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colonial fleshy polyps connected by a shared tissue mat that spreads across hard substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain stable reef aquarium temperature and salinity with reasonably stable alkalinity and nutrient levels. Avoid rapid changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate water movement can help keep debris from accumulating between densely growing polyps. Zoanthids may gradually spread onto surrounding rockwork, so placement should allow room for colony expansion. Acclimate gradually when introducing the colony to significantly stronger lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandling Precaution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Some zoanthids can contain palytoxin or related compounds. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and broken skin. Gloves and eye protection are recommended when handling, cutting, or fragging zoanthid colonies, and zoanthids should never be boiled or exposed to very hot water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pacific East Aquaculture, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67912061026537,"sku":"F OC2710","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2133\/7655\/files\/yellow-belly-zoanthids-soft-premium-frags-pea-F-oc2710.jpg?v=1794253128","url":"https:\/\/pacificeastaquaculture.com\/products\/yellow-belly-zoanthids-pea-f-oc2710","provider":"Pacific East Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}