Scientific name : Zoanthus spp
Family : Zoanthidae (zoanthus, 23 species)
Size : The polyps are about 1 cm width, but the colony may extend over several square meters
Distribution : They occur in all tropical seas of the world
Biology : Like many reef corals, zoanthus host symbiotic algae, allowing them to feed indirectly through photosynthesis. Besides, they also feed on zooplankton. Zoanthus secrete palytoxin, one of the most poisonous toxins in the world. Therefore, they hardly have predators. Aquarists love them because they are so varied in color and have such remarkable fluorescence.
IUCN status : Not assessed
