Pacman Zoa (3+ polyps ) GR12

Pacman Zoa (3+ polyps)

Pacman gets its name from the face-like pattern on each polyp — a deep yellow body with a bright white centre, broken up by streaks of green and yellow that give it a slightly cartoonish, eye-catching look up close. It’s one of the more instantly recognisable zoas once you know what to look for.

Like most zoas, it’s a steady coloniser once settled, spreading outward over rock or plugs to build up a solid mat over time.

Care basics

• Lighting: Low to moderate. Tolerates a wide range, though very intense light can wash out the yellow.
• Flow: Moderate to high. Keeps detritus off the polyps and supports steady spread.
• Water chemistry: Stable calcium, alkalinity and magnesium matter more than chasing exact numbers.
• Feeding: Not required, but occasional fine-particle feeding can help growth and colour.
• Handling: Contains palytoxin, as all zoanthids do. Never handle out of water, and wear gloves when fragging.

Supplied as 3+ polyps on a plug.