Orange Oxide Zoa

Almost WYSIWYG: Select a 2- or 4-polyp frag. All frags are from the exact Orange Oxide Zoa colony shown.

Coral: Orange Oxide Zoa
Scientific classification: Zoanthus sp.
Origin: US aquacultured
Frag sizes: 2 or 4 polyps
Coloration: Vibrant orange coloration with a deep blue-to-purple ring and contrasting mouth
Care level: Easy
Lighting: Low to moderate
Water flow: Low to moderate
Growth rate: Moderate
Polyp size: Medium
Placement: Lower to middle areas of the aquarium

Orange Oxide Zoas combine vivid orange coloration with a dark blue-to-purple inner ring. Their strong contrast, hardy nature and moderate growth rate make them a colorful addition to zoa gardens and mixed reefs.

Begin the frag under lower light and gradually acclimate it to its permanent location. Stable reef conditions and gentle, indirect water movement encourage consistent polyp extension and colony growth.

Zoanthid handling notice: Zoanthids may contain palytoxin. Wear gloves and eye protection when handling them, avoid touching your face and never expose zoanthids to boiling water or steam.

Browse more Zoas for Sale or compare varieties in the Lucky Corals Zoanthid Identification Guide.