Dragon Eye Zoa Coral Frag
Dragon Eye Zoa Coral Frag.
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The Dragon Eye Zoanthid is a reefing classic — famous for its bold, neon green centers surrounded by contrasting dark rings and bright skirts. This hardy zoa morph brings instant vibrancy to any reef tank, glowing brilliantly under blue and actinic lighting.
Dragon Eye Zoas are fast-growing, easy to frag, and perfect for creating a colorful Zoa garden or filling empty rockwork with striking color and texture.
Key Care Information
✅ Type: Zoanthid (Soft Coral)
✅ Growth: Spreads into dense mats — easy to propagate and trade.
✅ Behavior: 100% reef safe and peaceful, but can overgrow nearby slow-growing corals if not trimmed back.
✅ Care Level: Easy — great for beginners and experienced reefers alike.
✅ Diet: Mostly photosynthetic — occasional target feeding with coral foods or amino acids boosts color and growth.
Description
Specifications
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User Manual
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📌 What is the Dragon Eye Zoa?
The Dragon Eye Zoanthid is a popular and hardy zoa morph known for its striking color pattern — typically featuring a bold green or neon green center, a dark ring, and an outer skirt that can range from deep purple to red or brown. Its bright, contrasting “eye” pattern makes it a standout in any Zoa garden or reef tank.
Because of its durability, fast growth, and vivid color under both daylight and actinic lighting, the Dragon Eye is a favorite for beginners and seasoned reefers alike.
Why Reef Hobbyists Love Dragon Eye Zoas
✅ Vibrant colors and bold contrast — a real eye-catcher in any reef.
✅ Fast-growing and hardy — easy to propagate and share.
✅ Perfect for colorful Zoa gardens — pairs well with other morphs like King Midas, Eagle Eyes, and Rastas.
✅ Beginner-friendly — forgiving and adaptable.
✅ Reef Safety & Behavior
✔️ 100% reef safe — they won’t sting or damage corals, fish, or inverts.
✔️ Non-aggressive — but can spread quickly and outcompete slower-growing corals, so plan your placement.
✔️ Contains palytoxin — handle with care when fragging; wear gloves and eye protection.
✅ Care Level
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Difficulty: Easy — great for beginners.
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Placement: Low to mid-level in the tank — prefers moderate light and moderate water flow to keep polyps clean and open.
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Diet: Primarily photosynthetic — occasional target feeding of coral foods or amino acids can boost growth and color.
Water Conditions
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Temperature: 72–78°F
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Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
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pH: 8.1–8.4
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Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH
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Nitrates & phosphates: Keep them low but detectable — Zoas tend to thrive with “just enough” nutrients.
Tank Mates
✅ Perfect for peaceful reef fish, inverts, and other corals — softies, LPS, and even SPS.
✅ Adds contrast and color pops to Zoa gardens or frag islands.
❌ Watch for pests like nudibranchs or zoa-eating snails — inspect new frags.
Fun Fact
The name “Dragon Eye” comes from the dramatic, colorful “eye” at the center of each polyp — under blue LEDs, these colors really glow and give a dramatic effect in the tank.