Palythoa toxicity concerns

[dorvik]

Been hearing mixed things about Palythoa toxicity. Some say it's sketchy to handle without gloves, others claim it's overblown. What's your take? Got a 40-gallon with softies, LPS, and a few Palys. Running AI Prime HD lights, weekly 10% water changes, salinity at 1.025. Noticed my Palys are spreading fast, but worried about fragging them.

[southpaw1]

Palythoa toxin is no joke. Had a buddy end up in the ER after fragging without gloves. They contain palytoxin, one of the nastiest marine toxins. Always wear gloves, goggles, and work in a well-ventilated area. My setup's similar—Red Sea 350, T5 hybrid, 1.026 salinity. I never mess with Palys barehanded.

[luxe]

Yep, those things are wild. I've seen folks downplay it, but why risk it? Got a 75-gallon mixed reef, Ecotech Radions, weekly 15% changes. When I frag mine, I do it outside with a mask and gloves. Better safe than sorry, right? Also, keep a bucket of vinegar nearby—helps neutralize any slime.

[pixel]

Palythoa toxin is no joke. Had a buddy end up in the ER after fragging without gloves. They contain palytoxin, one of the nastiest marine toxins. Always wear gloves, goggles, and work in a well-ventilated area. My setup's similar—Red Sea 350, T5 hybrid, 1.026 salinity. I never mess with Palys barehanded.

That's gnarly. I've got a 20-gallon nano, Kessil A160, 1.024 salinity. Never fragged mine, but now I'm second-guessing even touching them during water changes. What's the safest way to handle them?

[oceanria]

Handling Palythoa is like handling a live wire—don't get complacent. I run a 120-gallon SPS-dominated tank, ATI Straton, 1.026 salinity. When I need to move them, I use tongs and wear nitrile gloves. If you're fragging, do it submerged to minimize aerosolized toxins. And for the love of coral, no mouth siphoning!

[brighton]

Man, this thread's making me rethink my life choices. Got a 55-gallon with Palys front and center, Current USA Orbit IC, 1.025 salinity. Been handling them barehanded for months. Guess I'll grab some gloves tomorrow. Anyone know if the toxin's in all Palys or just some strains?

[RiverDude]

Not all Palythoa are equally toxic, but it's impossible to tell which are hot. I've got a 180-gallon mixed reef, Reef Breeders photon, 1.026 salinity. Play it safe—assume they're all toxic. Even closed-up Palys can release toxins if stressed. Lost a clownfish once after a Paly melted during a temp swing.

[lumbert]

Good thread. I've been cautious but didn't realize the stakes. 30-gallon nano, AI Hydra, 1.025 salinity. Always used gloves but never goggles. Adding those to the kit. How often do you guys replace your gloves? Mine get tiny tears after a few uses.

[Torvik]

Man, this thread's making me rethink my life choices. Got a 55-gallon with Palys front and center, Current USA Orbit IC, 1.025 salinity. Been handling them barehanded for months. Guess I'll grab some gloves tomorrow. Anyone know if the toxin's in all Palys or just some strains?

Same here. Been reckless with mine in a 90-gallon, Radion XR30, 1.026 salinity. Just ordered a full PPE kit after reading this. Thanks for the wake-up call, folks.

[coralhaven]

Newbie here with a 10-gallon, Nicrew light, 1.023 salinity. Should I even keep Palys? Got a frag from a buddy last week. Now I'm scared to look at them. Are there safer alternatives with similar color pops?