This particular variety of Captain Jerk Palythoas boasts a distinctive green, teal, and yellow coloration, coupled with gracefully flowing skirts. A rapidly growing type ideal for a diverse range of tank environments, these frags contain 3+ polyps.
Zoanthids and Palythoa are a diverse group of corals popular among reef keeping enthusiasts due to their wide range of colors and patterns. They are equally loved by beginners and rare coral collectors, who are always on the lookout for unique color morphs. In terms of care, both Zoanthids and Palythoa are relatively low maintenance, thriving in a variety of lighting and water conditions. Once established, these corals have a rapid rate of propagation.
Zoanthids and Palythoa are highly adaptable to lighting conditions, making them ideal for a variety of environments. They are able to thrive in both low and high light situations, but it is recommended to initially acclimate them to lower light to prevent potential damage from overexposure. Unlike other corals, these species are not as demanding and can easily adjust to different lighting types.
Captain Jerk Palythoas (Frag) are highly adaptable and can thrive in brighter aquariums if given enough space. If you have a colony of Stylocoeniella and are considering increasing the lighting intensity, it's important to note that the coral is at risk of burning and bleaching if the light is too bright. Therefore, it's recommended to closely monitor the coral and move it to a lower light area if you notice any signs of light stress. Additionally, moderate to high water movement is beneficial for these corals, as it helps prevent detritus from settling on them.
In addition to potential detritus issues, reduced flow has the added benefit of allowing the Captain Jerk Palythoas to extend its polyps. However, in higher flow, the polyps remain close to the body, resembling a Montipora or Porites colony. Providing occasional low flow is also advantageous for this coral in terms of feeding. While not commonly practiced by hobbyists, spot feeding Stylocoeniella can be beneficial and proactive. Due to its small polyp size and lack of aggression, a strong flow may not give this coral adequate opportunity to capture food.
Though both Zoanthids and Palythoa polyps primarily rely on their zooxanthellae for energy, they are capable of capturing prey. In comparison, Palythoa polyps appear to be more active in feeding than Zoanthids.
Purchase Size: Approx 1-2" diameter frag
Note: Please note that the pictures are for reference purposes only and are not the actual colonies/frags available for purchase. These images serve to provide buyers with a visual representation of the color, growth, and shape of the particular species of interest.
