Jul 3, 2011
Button Polyps (Zoanthus) (picture taken by me)
The Zoanthus can be a beautifull addition to your aquarium, but something most people arent aware of, is how toxic they really are. Both humans and reef inhabitants. They contain most poisonous marine toxins known. Palytoxin can affect the heart, muscles, and nerves leaving it’’s victim in paralysis and possibly death.
For aquarists it's important to never handle these species with open wounds. Also never touch your mouth or eyes after handling these, unless you want to go to the hospital...