I'm Confused

[Derbird]

Alright, I am a complete Zoanthid addict but I find myself confused at all the different names used for these little jems. So my question for all the experts is what are the differences between the different types. I have come across Zoanthid, Palyotha, Protozoathid, microzoanthid, true zoanthid, true paly, and I'm sure there are even more out there :noidea:. Any help would be appreciated

 

[eliramos]

bump forsure!

 

[GruberP]

Here's a link to a previous discussion:

https://www.reef2reef.com/forums/zoa-discussion-club-zoa/684-zoa-vs-paly.html

from the sounds of it, the Protozoathid term is being phased out and incorporated into the Palyothas. This article here is great:

Aquarium Invertebrates: Zoanthids: Polyps As Cute As A Button ? Advanced Aquarist | Aquarist Magazine and Blog

 

[Derbird]

bump forsure!

I thought I was the only one

Here's a link to a previous discussion:

https://www.reef2reef.com/forums/zoa-discussion-club-zoa/684-zoa-vs-paly.html

from the sounds of it, the Protozoathid term is being phased out and incorporated into the Palyothas. This article here is great:

Aquarium Invertebrates: Zoanthids: Polyps As Cute As A Button ? Advanced Aquarist | Aquarist Magazine and Blog

Great links Thank you for posting them.