How contagious is Zoa Pox?

RedFrog211 · Nov 27, 2020

I have a frag of zoas that was growing really well. Today one was closed up, and I noticed what I’ve identified as zoa pox. I’ve read a lot of speculation online, but haven’t found a direct answer. Is zoa pox contagious through the water, or is does it have to be touching another colony? I did remove the zoa frag and have it in a container, but due to my work schedule, it’ll probably be at least another 2 days before I can get Furan2 for treatment. I also have a good amount of zoas from TSA “beat the rush” event arriving on the 1st. I did read speculation that pox is caused by a change in the water column. About 5 days ago I did a water change; guess I took out too much bacteria, because the next morning my tank was cloudy and brown. After a day or two it cleared up- could this change have cause the pox? Are my other colonies in danger? Sorry for the long message. I would appreciate any advice!!

Ron Reefman · Dec 24, 2020

Seriously? Almost a month old post listed with the emergency tag and nobody has any help for this person?

I'd help, but I know nothing about zoa pox (as I assume most people don't).

revhtree · Dec 24, 2020

Honestly I have always just made sure my water quality was up to par and the pox would clear up.

RedFrog211 · Dec 24, 2020

I eventually cut my losses and threw away the infected frag. Hate giving up on coral like that, but I didn’t have the ability to treat it, and I didn’t want to risk infecting the others. Everything is happy in the tank for now

jrill · Dec 24, 2020

Ron Reefman said:
Seriously? Almost a month old post listed with the emergency tag and nobody has any help for this person?

I'd help, but I know nothing about zoa pox (as I assume most people don't).

Maybe because the emergency tag is so miss used it is meaningless.