• Beauty and the Beast Palythoas
  • Beauty and the Beast Palythoas
  • Beauty and the Beast Palythoas
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Beauty and the Beast Palythoas

Beauty and the Beast Palythoas

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Palythoas are larger colonial polyps that form thick mats across rock surfaces. Beauty and the Beast is a well-known and loved "paly" popular for its deep blue/purple coloration. They are hardy corals that expand well in stable reef aquariums, though they should be handled carefully due to the potential presence of palytoxin.

Each frag comes with 3–5 healthy polyps.

Difficulty Easy
Light Low–Moderate (50–150 PAR) reef lighting
Flow Moderate
Water 1.024–1.026 salinity
Temperature 72–78°F

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You will receive a frag of Beauty and the Beast palythoas similar in size and appearance to the product photos.

This item must be shipped with Express Shipping.

Please note: All orders ship Monday/Tuesday to ensure prompt delivery. Packages include insulated envelopes with heat packs or ice packs when necessary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Palythoas dangerous to handle?
Palythoas can contain palytoxin, so always wear gloves, never boil or scrub rocks with palys on them, and wash hands after handling. With basic precautions they're safe to keep.
What care do Beauty and the Beast Palythoas need?
They're hardy and easy — low to moderate light (50–150 PAR), moderate flow, 1.024–1.026 salinity, and 72–78°F.
How many polyps come on a frag?
Each frag comes with 3–5 healthy polyps in the deep blue/purple coloration this paly is known for.