Small Palythoa Colony (Palythoa spp.)
This small Palythoa colony is a vibrant and hardy addition to any reef aquarium, featuring a cluster of colourful polyps that quickly add life and texture to your aquascape. Palythoa corals are well known for their resilience and striking patterns, making them a popular choice for both new and experienced reef keepers.
 
Colour & Appearance
Each polyp displays bold colours and contrasting patterns, often featuring combinations of greens, oranges, browns or yellows with distinctive centres and skirts. When fully open, the colony forms a lively mat of polyps that gently sway in the current, creating a colourful and dynamic display.
 
Placement & Flow Requirements
Palythoa thrive under low to moderate lighting and prefer gentle to moderate water flow. They can be placed on rockwork or isolated areas where they have room to grow. Moderate flow encourages healthy polyp extension and helps keep the colony clean.
 
Care Level & Compatibility
Palythoa corals are considered very hardy and easy to maintain, making them suitable for most reef aquariums. Under stable conditions they can gradually spread and form attractive colonies over time.
 
Water Parameters
Temperature: 24–26°C
Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
 
Summary
With their bright colours, hardy nature and compact colony form, small Palythoa colonies are a fantastic way to add colour and movement to any reef aquarium.