Stringer,

I have Zoa's and really like them. I wouldn't worry about them taking over
really. They don't grow so fast that you will have any surprises. I have
mine on a separate rock, away from the other bigger rocks. People say these
won't grow on sand but I'm noticing a small movement outward. The nice
thing is that on sand I can easily trim them back if/when that time comes.

Zoas come in so many color varieties... they're awesome. I have a big
enough rock that I'm going to add a couple of more colorful varieties and
they'll all be on their own "island".

Not my pic but here's the single rock idea:
http://reef.eldersign.org/images/zoa_colony.jpg .


"StringerBell" wrote in message
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Hi,
I realize its mostly a matter of taste---but what are your feelings about
introducing Zoa colonies to your tanks?There are all sorts of great deals
on the internet for some beautiful species, but am a bit reluctant to to
"pull the trigger" on the purchase. When I try to visualize them in my
aquarium,it seems its possible they could stick out like a sore thumb.
Also---Ive read that they reproduce quickly and you could end up with a
lot more than you really want in there. Thats why Im also shying away from
the green stars.