Please help....is this a paly?

[Reef_rookies]

Got this coral from store and they weren't sure what it was? I have been looking at pictures online and I think it might be a paly....in which case I think I might want to get rid of it if it has palyotoxins!!! Please help if you know what this is?

 

[homer1475]

I personally think palytoxin is blown way out of proportion around here.

Just use caution when handling them and you'll be fine. Really the only time its an issue is when your actively fragging them.

And yes that does look like a paly to me. Keep in mind you can get palytoxin poisoning from zoa's to.

 

[thegrun]

I personally think palytoxin is blown way out of proportion around here.

Just use caution when handling them and you'll be fine. Really the only time its an issue is when your actively fragging them.

And yes that does look like a paly to me. Keep in mind you can get palytoxin poisoning from zoa's to.

+2, although some people seem to be much more susceptible to the toxin, even with sensitive people there is very rarely any issues at all unless you are actively fragging them.

 

[GimpyFin]

I agree with homer. It does look like a palythoa and the bad rap they have is really blown out of proportion. I have some bright green ones that add nice color to the tank and my starry blenny loves to lounge in them. Never had any issues. Just don't go rubbing your eyes/face after handling them and you should be fine.

 

[JohnnyHildo]

+4. there are probably 50 different items inside your home that are known to be poisonous yet it isn't interrupting your normal life. don't mistreat your coral and use proper ppe when fragging and there shouldn't be any concern.

 

[Reef_rookies]

Thanks everyone!

 

[Sk8r]

I had it before any hazard was known and managed not to kill myself or the pets, besides that there are only two types of it that are the most serious problem---see the sticky above. Wearing latex gloves is always a good idea when working in the tank anyway, and unless you frag (cut) the mat without eye protection (never a good idea even with stony coral), you won't be squirting yourself in the eye with the toxin. Take sensible precautions and enjoy the specimen.