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Originally posted by reefsponge
I have been watching some pink palythoas grow into an area I wish they wouldn't. It has spread onto a rock that is about 30 lbs and a footing to other rocks, taking it out of the tank is not an option. I have been contemplating using an exacto knife to remove polyps. Would this be a good idea? Would the release of palytoxin harm other tank inhabitants? Any helpful ideas would be appreciated.
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I wouldn't use an exacto its too much of a risk of breaking. I'd go with a chisel if possible, with a chisel your more opt to break the rock rather than the palys. For the toxins, yes you will release them if you damage the palys. So don't rub your eyes and wash your hand/arms right after since its dispersed in the water. If they don't mean anything to you, treat them like a aiptasia and nuke them with some joe's juice.