Oct 20, 2016 · First, using the razor blade, slice the tissue around the zoanthid polyps that you want to frag; then using the coral cutters trace along the line you made with the razor blade and the zoanthids should easily break off.

Jan 13, 2016 · ~Select a colony that needs to be fragged. ~Disturb the colony so that all polyps close up to allow you to examine and plan your cutting paths. You can do this by holding the coral and gently moving it throughout the tank, or dip it in iodine for a …

In today's video we look how to easily and safely frag my single favorite coral ,zoanthids !-----...

Zoanthids, zoas, button polyps, whatever you call them—are ideal for fragging and captive propagation, and in this article I’ll show you how to do it. Zoanthids are a mainstay in the hobby.

Zoanthid corals, affectionately called zoas by aquarium hobbyists in online forums (I guess because “zoanthid corals” is too long to type), are a trendy type of coral kept in reef tanks. Why? Because they are relatively easy to grow, maintain, frag, AND they are available in amazing, brilliant, fluorescent colors.

Mar 31, 2020 · To make it simpler for you, we have carefully explained with details in this guide on how to frag Zoas. Additional Read: Fragging Mushroom Corals. Zoanthid Colony Why should you frag Zoas? Having corals in your aquarium can make it look very lively and vibrant. Zoanthids are one of the most diverse and beautiful corals. They are easy to ...

Jul 10, 2024 · I have found the easiest way to frag zoas is to put the plug in to a pile of small rocks or one of those ceramic frag plug holders with spaces for more than 1 frag plug. As the frag expands off the main plug and on to the rocks or other plugs you can make a simple cut in the attaching mat to remove the rock or new plug and you have a new frag.

Aug 18, 2016 · What is the best method to frag and transfer? I've seen people cut with a razor blade and glue them onto a frag plug. Do I just cut these near the bottom of the stock of the zoa? Can I glue them directly to the rock in my other tank or …

So all hobbyist who keep Zoanthids will be faced with the decision to frag or not to frag. Fragging Zoathids, isn’t necessarily difficult but it does require some basic knowledge and equipment. Below you will find a quick video on fragging zoas and a …

May 6, 2018 · Zoas can be fragged in several different ways depending on how they are growing and whether or not the rock they are on needs to be saved. In this video I demo a method for fragging them off of your rocks without damaging the rocks themselves. To do this, cut under the zoanthid polyps as closely to the base as possible with a fresh razor blade.