Fragging palythoa

[Kremlin]

I was wondering how to frag a palythoa but mostly how to deal with the palytoxin. Do i need to have something to protect my eyes? What about gloves? Anyone have any experience with palytoxin/palythoa fragging?

 

[Oxylebius]

They can squirt, so wear eyewear and keep your mouth shut. Also wear nitrile gloves.

There is a video on how not to frag them here and tips on how to: http://www.advancedaquarist.com/blog/how-not-to-frag-zoanthids

Good luck!

 

[Mr.Reeefer]

Clean everything very good after fragging, and I mean everything, empty out water, rinse, and rinse again

 

[ddelozier]

eyeware good...gloves good(but optional). Palytoxin is nasty stuff. Just make sure to wash everything, especially hands tools and containers very very well. and if during the process you get the urge to rub an eye, or scratch your nose...RESIST.

 

[Oxylebius]

Very good advice given here.

So, how did the fragging go? Was it a success?

 

[Kremlin]

I did not frag yet because the colony is still a little too small. Just wanted to make sure I knew how lsmile: