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Class Anthozoa -> Subclass Hexacorallia -> Order Zoanthidia
Zoanthids belong to the same Subclass as stony corals and corallimorphs. They all have 6-fold symmetry in common and lack a calcium-based skeleton. 6-fold symmetry means the coral has six tentacles or tentacles in multiples of six. The distinguishing feature of this Order is the number of mesenteries and the distribution of perfect mesenteries.

Zoanthids are a higly diverse Order with species colonizing both shallow and deep water. An interesting behavior of zoanthids and palythoa is their uptake of debris into their flesh. Over time these polyps take on a speckled appearance particularly in and around their stalk and base.

The marketplace for Zoanthids over time has produced some rather colorful names for different morphs. While some may seem silly and over-the-top, I personally have warmed up to them. There are certainly discrepencies where a single zoanthid may have several "made up" names, but overall I find it helpful distinguishing the different color morphs. If someone were to ask about a red zoanthid with a blue ring and red mouth, there are many corals that spring to mind. If someone were to ask about a "Bam Bam Orange" I know what it is (ironically, a Bam Bam Orange has no orange in it IMO).

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Yellow Polyps Our Price: $20.00	Agent Orange Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00	Eagle Eye Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00 (2)	Emerald Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00 (1)

Yellow polyps are a beginner friendly splash of color to any reef aquarium. They have a powerful sting and must be kept away from other corals. Frags have about a dozen polyps or more.	The Agent Orange Zoa is signified by an orange and purple face with tan-colored tentacles. Typical frags have 8-10 polyps.	Eagle Eye Zoanthids have orange faces with purple in the center and outer ring. The tentacles are bright green making this zoa one of the most colorful. Frags of this Zoanthid have on average 10-12 polyps.	Emerald Zoas are an interesting polyp in that they have speckled green faces that can have very different patterns. The skirts are mostly brown with a hint of red. Frags of Emerald Zoanthids have on average 8-10 polyps.


Fire and Ice Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00 (1)	LA Lakers Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00 (4)	Lotus Petal Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00	Oreo Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00

This Zoanthid is a long time classic in the hobby. Frags of Fire and Ice Zoanthids have on average 8-10 polyps.	LA Lakers are a very cool Zoanthid because they are one of the few corals that have a completely different fluorescence than their normal day colors. During the day, they appear green however under deep blue actinics, they turn yellow. Frags have 8-10 polyps.	Lotus Petal Zoanthids have a green, white, and purple face in a ring pattern. Frags have 6-8 polyps.	Oreos are a very striking zoanthid because they are very dark with a clear cut white center. Frags have 6-8 polyps.


Radioactive Dragon Eye Zoanthid Our Price: $25.00 (2)	Piercing Pearl Zoanthid Our Price: $30.00	Armor of God Palythoa Our Price: $30.00 (1)	Emerald Sunrise Palythoa Our Price: $30.00

Radioactive Dragon Eyes are possibly the brightest Zoanthid on the market. Typical frags have 8-10 polyps.	The Piercing Pearl Zoanthid has a rainbow pearlescent glow to it. It's very difficult to capture in photos. Frags have 3-4 polyps.	Armor of God Palys are a classic color morph and continue to be one of the most desirable specimens. It's easy to see why. Typical frags have 2-3 polyps.	The speckled face of the Emerald Sunrise Palythoa is its main selling-point. They are also very hardy and easy to feed. Typical frags have 2-3 polyps.


Cupid Palythoa Our Price: $30.00 (2)	Red People Eaters Palythoa Our Price: $30.00	Green People Eater Palythoa Our Price: $30.00	Red People Eaters Palythoa Our Price: $30.00

Cupid Palythoa are one of the most vibrant Palys out there that will immediately be noticeable in your reef tank. They have a pink body with purple accents. Typical frags have 2-3 polyps.	Red People Eaters are a popular Palythoa with a red and purple face with a bright green mouth. Frags have 2-3 polyps.	Green People Eaters have a moss-like green face with a purple mouth and light tentacles. Typical frags have 3-5 polyps.	Red People Eaters have a purple and red face with bright red striations radiating from their neon green mouth. Guaranteed to be eye catching in any tank. This WYSIWYG coral is 4+ polyps.


Caribbean Jade Palythoa Our Price: $30.00	Cinnamon Spice Zoanthid Our Price: $35.00 (1)	Toxic Revenge Zoanthid Our Price: $35.00 (1)	Darth Maul Palythoa Our Price: $35.00

The Caribbean Jade Palythoas are a larger species of palythoa with very long tentacles. They have a speckled face radiating out towards a neon green rim. This WYSIWYG frag is 2 polyps.	Cinnamon Spice Zoanthids have a purple face with pink splashes. Its tentacles are a fiery red color. Frags of this Zoa have 6-8 polyps.	Toxic Revenge Zoanthids have a primarily orange face with a mint-green center. It is a very odd combination that makes for a very attractive coral. Typical frags have 8-10 polyps.	Unlike Episode I, these Darth Maul Palythoa won't disappoint. Typical frags have 2-3 polyps.


Magician Palythoa Our Price: $35.00	Palythoa grandis Our Price: $35.00	Blue Hornet Zoanthid Our Price: $50.00 (1)	Red Hornet Zoanthid Our Price: $50.00

The Magician Palythoa have an incredible blue sparkle pattern at the center of their face. This polyp is one of my personal favorites. Typical frags have 2-3 polyps.	The Palythoa grandis is the largest of the button polyps with some approaching 3" in diameter. Their color and pattern change drastically depending on the type of light given. Typical frags have 1-2 polyps.	Blue Hornet tentacles have an alternating green and purple pattern. The face of the polyp is predominantly purple with a green ring and a blue center. Frags of this zoanthid typically have 2-3 polyps.	Red Hornet tentacles have an alternating orange and purple pattern. The face of the polyp is predominantly purple with a red ring. Frags of this zoanthid typically have 2-3 polyps.