{"product_id":"twizzler-zoanthids","title":"Twizzler Zoanthids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwizzler Zoanthids\u003c\/strong\u003e are a brightly patterned \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. known for their candy-like contrast and strong garden potential. This aquacultured morph typically shows a purple to magenta center with distinct red ring patterning and a brighter skirt, giving the colony the sharp, high-contrast look that made the strain name stick. Grown on site at New Dawn Aquaculture, these frags are already adapted to captive reef conditions and selected for clean, healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor all Zoanthid frags, we guarantee at least 3 polyps on a frag plug.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Reefkeepers Like Twizzler Zoanthids\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwizzler Zoanthids are popular because they bring a lot of visual impact without demanding specialized care. Once settled, they can multiply steadily and are well suited to mixed reefs, dedicated zoa gardens, and lower-profile rock islands where their colour pattern can stand out. They are especially attractive under blue-heavy reef lighting, where the rings and skirt contrast tends to show more clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate, with best colour usually developing under stable, acclimated reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate flow to help keep debris from settling between polyps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to mid rockwork, frag rack, or a dedicated zoa island\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive through spreading and space competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encrusting colony that spreads by budding new polyps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Growth Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwizzler Zoanthids can adapt to a fairly wide range of reef conditions, but they tend to do best when introduced low and moved only after they have opened consistently. Moderate flow is useful because it helps keep detritus and film from collecting around the mat. Like many zoanthids, this morph can spread over nearby rock once established, so placing it on its own island or an intentionally isolated section of rockwork makes long-term management easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding and System Stability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese polyps are primarily photosynthetic, but stable nutrients and occasional fine particulate or live plankton feeding can support fuller extension and steady growth. At New Dawn Aquaculture, our coral systems are supported with live feeds from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/collections\/planktura\"\u003ePlanktura\u003c\/a\u003e, which aligns well with the needs of zoanthids in established reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Expect From This Frag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach frag is sold for colour, pattern, and healthy growth potential rather than for an oversized one-off colony. Because zoanthids are living animals, exact skirt length, disc size, and visible colour intensity can shift slightly depending on your lighting spectrum, nutrient levels, and placement. Given stable reef parameters, Twizzler Zoanthids are a rewarding choice for hobbyists looking to build out a colourful zoa section with a named morph that stays visually distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and Peace of Mind\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock is packed for safe transit and covered by our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/pages\/arrive-alive-guarantee\"\u003eArrive Alive Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering if you want delivery timing and livestock handling details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Dawn Aquaculture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48140427657470,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/6242\/4647\/files\/Twizzler-Zoanthids_NDA.jpg?v=1777725265","url":"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/products\/twizzler-zoanthids","provider":"New Dawn Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}