Topic of the Week 2/28/11- Zoa/Paly beginners advice

[MUCHO REEF]

What advice would you give to someone who is just beginning to keep zoas and palys for the first time? I'm sure you guys/gals have tons of advice and suggestions, but just pick ( ONE ) of the most important things per post on this topic. Lets string it along to get as many reefers involved as possible. Feel free to reply more than once, I just wanted to give everyone a chance for some input.


I would say...


1. Read/Research as much as possible on their care and captive requirements.


Mucho Reef

 

[kichimark]

ah thats a good one Mucho. Mine would be...

2) Understand water chemistry and how it plays a role in the reef.

 

[ReeferBill]

Zoanthids/Palys beginners advice!

Zoanthids/Palys beginners advice!

#3) Hello Fellow Reefers ; I have found that placement in a medium flow area makes them reproduce much faster than in slower water movement areas. I believe it is the availability of food in the water that continually washes over them. Happy Reefing!!!!!:mixed:

 

[Michelle S]

What advice would you give to someone who is just beginning to keep zoas and palys for the first time? I'm sure you guys/gals have tons of advice and suggestions, but just pick ( ONE ) of the most important things per post on this topic. Lets string it along to get as many reefers involved as possible. Feel free to reply more than once, I just wanted to give everyone a chance for some input.


I would say...


1. Read/Research as much as possible on their care and captive requirements.


Mucho Reef

read and research where?

 

[kichimark]

read and research where?

on here . A person can ask questions too and we will come to help. :bounce1:

 

[MUCHO REEF]

Also, you will be surprised at all the great info you'll find on line via Google. Just type the issue or the topic or the word or the person's name. You'll get tons of information. Then come back to RC and discuss what you have found for clarity.

 

[jeff@zina.com]

5) Understand how lighting affects your diabetics. Too much or too little causes problems.

Jeff

 

[ryan820]

5) Understand how lighting affects your diabetics. Too much or too little causes problems.

Jeff

OK I know I'm new but I have no idea what this statement means... diabetics? I familiar with the common use of this term but how is it used when referring to reef aquariums? Thanks!

 

[Scopus Tang]

My advice would be to research the various types and try to determine which types you have. All Z-n-Ps are not the same and do not have the same requirements.

 

[XSharkboyX]

My advice would be open up books. :reading: There is literally tons of information in coral/marine biology books that you will not easily find posted online.

 

[mallorieGgator]

Well, I couldn't figure out why one larger micro colony I had was refusing to fully open, then I moved it and it blossomed! The flow was too low for it and when I moved it to a higher flow area, it started to do great. Also, when you buy a zoa, look for bugs and if it looks unhappy, don't buy it. I have turned down some cool looking zoas because a lot of the colony looked sick. Don't be afraid to say, "No thanks, I'll pass" on a coral.

 

[mallorieGgator]

5) Understand how lighting affects your diabetics. Too much or too little causes problems.

Jeff

Lmao, I'm hoping this was an Autocorrect on a phone or something being silly. Or else I'm missing something with this hobby. lol

 

[sneeyatch]

My advice would be to wear gloves when you deal with them and thoroughly wash your hands before you touch anything after handling them. They can pack a helluva punch.

Been there a few times... especially with palys.

 

[MUCHO REEF]

5) Understand how lighting affects your diabetics. Too much or too little causes problems.

Jeff

Mallorie, to be very honest, he makes a great point and this is actual true. Carribean polyps are very susceptible to diabetic systems and can become very sick if not expose to the appropriete lighting spectrum. We actually tested this theory back in 2006 when I was on holiday in the Carribean. I will dig up the toxicology report and post it this evening for you along with pictures and how we performed trace injections to counteract this ailment.

Mucho




OK, I got you, all of you who believed that. Admit it, go ahead, I got you.

I'm sure he made a typo.

 

[Scopus Tang]

Mallorie, to be very honest, he makes a great point and this is actual true. Carribean polyps are very suceptible to diabetic systems and can become very sick if not expose to the appropriete lighting spectrum. We actually tested this theory back in 2006 when I was on holiday in the Carribean. I will dig up the toxicology report and post it this evening for you along with pictures and how we performed trace injections to counteract this ailment.

Mucho




OK, I got you, all of you who believed that. Admit it, go ahead, I got you.

I'm sure he made a typo.

ROFL, now that is funny right there.

 

[mallorieGgator]

Mallorie, to be very honest, he makes a great point and this is actual true. Carribean polyps are very susceptible to diabetic systems and can become very sick if not expose to the appropriete lighting spectrum. We actually tested this theory back in 2006 when I was on holiday in the Carribean. I will dig up the toxicology report and post it this evening for you along with pictures and how we performed trace injections to counteract this ailment.

Mucho




OK, I got you, all of you who believed that. Admit it, go ahead, I got you.

I'm sure he made a typo.

Lmao! I believed you for a second. :lmao:

 

[ryan820]

Phew... I was beginning to wonder if my tank now needed insulin, too.

 

[MUCHO REEF]

So far we have...



1. Read/Research as much as possible on their care and captive requirements. Google any topic, person's name, thread title, issue etc.


2. Understand water chemistry and how it plays a role in the reef.


3. Placement in a medium flow area makes them reproduce much faster than in slower water movement areas.


4. Research the various types and try to determine which types you have. All Z-n-Ps are not the same and do not have the same requirements.


5.Open up or buy some good books. There iareliterally tons of information in coral/marine biology books that you will not easily find posted online.


6. Find the sweet spot placement wise in your tank for them.


7. Also, when you buy a zoa, look for bugs and if it looks unhappy, don't buy it. I have turned down some cool looking zoas because a lot of the colony looked sick.


8. Wear gloves when you deal with them and thoroughly wash your hands before you touch anything after handling them. I would also recommend wearing eye protection when necessary. See link below

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1858696


9. Keep 10 cc of Insulin on hand. :lmao: JUST KIDDING :wavehand:



Anyone else wants to share?


Mucho Reef

 

[NyReefNoob]

make sure you inspect and dip all new piece's coming into your tank { there are several ways to do this and different products } but this is a must if you plan to keep zoa's

 

[Jarred1]

I say that you should start all zoas at the bottom of your tank and gradually move them higher in the tank. I too also say that water flow plays an important role in keeping your zoas nice and happy!