Candy Apple Reds Zoanthids
Another classic piece that's become a favorite among all hobbyists. You may have seen the abbreviation CARs when someone was talking about these. With their contrasting red and green body coloration, they make a bold statement in any reef tank. The red skirts even have a metallic hue! Under higher light, Candy Apple Reds can gain a slightly yellow ring around the green center.
Different strains of Candy Apple Reds are extremely sought after, such as Candy Apple Oranges (more pronounced yellow ring) and Bowsers (a high-end zoanthid with a large amount of yellow in the center). Candy Apple Reds will not gain as much yellow in the center as the previous two mentioned morphs but are still beautiful in their own way.
These polyps can get large but look great under higher light, where the polyp becomes more compact and packed with colors. Higher light also helps to bring out any yellow in the center.
Originator
MarvinsReef
Care Level
Best tried after you've had success with a few other easier corals first and have an understanding of basic reef chemistry such as keeping salinity, alkalinity, calicium, and magnesium levels consistent. The coral itself is very easy to care for if you test for your parameters often and have created a consistent maintanence routine for your reef!
Growth Rate
A moderate grower.
Lighting Placement
Prefers to be kept in lower to medium light.
Flow Strength
We recommend starting smaller zoanthid frags in lower flow until it reaches a small colony size. Once established, increase the flow level to avoid any detritus building up in between the mat. If detritus builds up inside the matting of the zoanthid, it can cause bacterial issues.
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