Is this a polyp?

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  1. jessel518

    jessel518 Fire Worm

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    Just a quick question, is this a polyp or a zoa? Im not sure of the differences of the two. I bought the LR and then this started growing on it. Thanks for the info and sorry if its hard to see, the camera will not zoom in anymore than that.
     

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  2. Aaron.Herk

    Aaron.Herk Sea Dragon

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    Looks to be a polyp to me.

    It could be a zoa to though since they are very similar.
     
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    :) Yessums, they Look like regular ole button polyps to me.
     
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    jessel518 Fire Worm

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    Ok, thanks for the confirmation.
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I think that is a palythoa
     
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    jessel518 Fire Worm

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    What is the differance between a palythoa and a polyp? The palythoa can make me sick right?
     
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  7. RedGambit

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    Both in theory cary neurotoxins if im not mistaking..

    Palythoas are just usually a larger polyped version of a zoanthid, I do believe the palytoxins are a bit harsher though.
     
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  8. jessel518

    jessel518 Fire Worm

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    Oh, so like always I just need to be cautious when in the tank.
     
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  9. RedGambit

    RedGambit Giant Squid

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    You should always be caution in the tank, whether there is something toxic or not. Just better practices. Try to always wear gloves. Powder free :)
     
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    jessel518 Fire Worm

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    Lol ok thanks. Like I said this wasnt a purchase, just started to grow on morning. So with that being said it is also my first coral. :)
     
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