Purple Monsters Zoanthid
$55.00
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Care Level
Easy
Reef Safe
Yes
Min Tank Size
40oz
Max Size
No Maximum
Temperament
Peaceful
Flow
Low • Low to Moderate
Placement
Low • Mid-Low • Mid
Lighting
Low • Low to Moderate
Range
Indo - Pacific
Water Conditions
Calcium
420-480 ppm
Magnesium
1350-1500 ppm
Alkalinity
8-12 dKH
Nitrates
5-35 ppm
Phosphates
0.03-1.0 ppm
Temperature
76-80 °F
PH
7.8-8.4
Salinity
1.024-1.027
2 - 3 polyps a frag. Stock Photo your frag will not appear exactly as the image. From the Seahorse Aquarium Supply Farm. 💜 Purple Monsters Zoanthids — Rich Color, Bold Glow, Collector Favorite Purple Monsters Zoanthids are a striking, premium morph known for their saturated purple tones and intense fluorescence. Their glowing centers and dark, dramatic skirts give them a “cosmic” look that stands out in both daylight and actinic lighting. Hardy, adaptable, and visually powerful, they’re a must‑have for reefers building a high‑impact zoa garden. 🎨 Color & Appearance Purple Monsters typically feature: • Bright, glowing center—often pink, magenta, or lavender depending on lineage • Deep purple to violet outer ring that intensifies the center’s glow • Dark, bold skirt with short, uniform tentacles • Strong fluorescence under 420–460 nm LEDs • High saturation that holds well across a wide PAR range This morph is known for its dramatic, jewel‑tone appearance. 🧬 Care & Hardiness Purple Monsters are easy to moderate in care and adapt well to most reef systems. They thrive in: • Moderate PAR (80–150) • Blue‑heavy spectrum for maximum fluorescence • Low to moderate flow to keep polyps clean and extended They open reliably, ship well, and maintain color even in newer tanks. 🪸 Growth & Placement • Moderate growth rate—steady but not invasive • Ideal for zoa gardens, frag racks, or mid‑level rockwork • Excellent contrast piece next to lighter or neon morphs • Works well on isolated islands to manage spread Their tight polyp structure creates a dense, high‑impact colony even from a small frag. 🐠 Behavior & Compatibility • Peaceful and reef‑safe • Won’t sting neighbors • Compatible with all typical reef fish • As with all zoas, handle with care due to potential palytoxin exposure
