Will Goniopora Kill Zoanthids?

[AKL1950]

I’ve got three Goni’s together in one spot. I’ve got some Zoas close to them (about 5” away). I’m wanting to put more Zoas in that area, but am unsure of how aggressive the Goni‘s can be. Needs some guidance on this. Will the Goni’s go after the Zoas or just keep them at a distance? I’ve got the one Frag of Zoas to the right and want to put others on the rock to the left of the Goni’s. The current right now is left to right, but it does change throughout the day.

 

[T-J]

My answer isn't going to help you much, but here's what I've seen:
Goni's do what they want. I have a number of large goni's. I've seen them kill other goni's. I have some that touch each other without a single issue. Some touch a monti with no issue. Others keep other corals at bay. I've tried to figure out if certain goni's have a stronger sting. At this point I'm leaning towards red goni's generally having a harsher sting. But, it could all be coincidence in my tank.
I suggest putting some cheap zoas near them and see what happens.

 

[AKL1950]

My answer isn't going to help you much, but here's what I've seen:
Goni's do what they want. I have a number of large goni's. I've seen them kill other goni's. I have some that touch each other without a single issue. Some touch a monti with no issue. Others keep other corals at bay. I've tried to figure out if certain goni's have a stronger sting. At this point I'm leaning towards red goni's generally having a harsher sting. But, it could all be coincidence in my tank.
I suggest putting some cheap zoas near them and see what happens.

My red one and pick one are constantly touching each other and seem to be fine with that.