Can zoanthids interbreed?

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Noticed my Oompa Loompa and Rasta zoas have a new friend. Can zoas interbreed? How did this happen?
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I would say interbreeding with zoanthids is not possible due to genetics. However different conditions in the tank can influence morphology of the new polyps growing. Interesting case tho. Following :)
 

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If you only had two, would you frag them?
Definitely! See if they grow out into the same morph - plus, you may find a new variation ;)
 

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I’ve never seen it happen. Normally one zoa becomes dominant and takes over smothering the rest out.

I would isolate those if you can, keep them away from other zoa and put them on a plug or tile. And see if you can get more

Call them oomprastas lol
 

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