Bowser Zoanthid

Overview

The Bowser Zoanthid is a vibrant and hardy coral, ideal for beginners starting their reef tanks. Its eye-catching coloration and ease of care make it a popular choice for hobbyists seeking to add lively texture and color to their underwater landscape.

Colorization

This coral displays bright green center with polyps with contrasting purple or orange polyps, creating a striking and colorful focal point in any tank.

Size

Sold as a 1-3 heads on a 0.5 – 1 inch frag plug.

Lighting

Thrives under moderate to high lighting, including LED, T5, and metal halide setups, to bring out its vibrant colors.

Water Flow

Prefers low to moderate water flow to ensure optimal health and polyp extension while avoiding tissue damage.

Feeding

While primarily photosynthetic, supplementing with small meaty foods or coral-specific supplements can boost growth and coloration.

Aggressiveness

Generally peaceful but can extend slightly aggressive polyps; maintain adequate spacing from more sensitive corals.

Care Level

Excellent for beginners due to its resilience and tolerance of varied tank conditions, making it an ideal coral for reef newcomers.