{"product_id":"wwc-black-orchids-zoanthids","title":"WWC Black Orchids Zoanthids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWWC Black Orchids Zoanthids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Coral \/ Colonial Polyp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWWC Black Orchids Zoanthids offer a dramatic, distinctive look with their deep, dark-toned appearance and colorful, flower-like polyps. Their striking contrast adds depth and visual interest to a reef aquarium, making them an appealing addition to a zoanthid collection. With stable water parameters, appropriate lighting, and gentle water movement, these zoanthids can grow into an attractive colony across suitable rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Coral \/ Zoanthid\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — approximately 75–150 PAR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate, with gentle indirect flow to keep debris from settling between polyps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; occasional supplemental feeding with fine coral foods, such as Reef Roids, may support growth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can spread and compete with nearby corals for space\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place on an isolated rock or designated frag island to help manage colony growth and prevent unwanted spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuarantine \u0026amp; Biosecurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program designed to protect the health of our coral collection and help reduce the introduction of unwanted pests and pathogens. Each coral is carefully inspected and monitored before being made available, providing an added layer of confidence when introducing new specimens to your reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoanthids can contain palytoxin. Avoid unnecessary direct contact, and never cut, crush, boil, or use power tools on these corals. Use appropriate protective equipment and good ventilation when handling or fragging them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WWC","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":44165926256727,"sku":"7608752","price":78.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/WWCBlackOrchidsZoanthids.webp?v=1791648917","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/wwc-black-orchids-zoanthids","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}