{"product_id":"acan-coral-wysiwyg-i20-s1-7-21-08","title":"Acan Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/micromussa-lordhowensis\" title=\"Shop Acan coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eAcan Coral\u003c\/a\u003e - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcan Coral is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/micromussa-lordhowensis\" title=\"Shop Micromussa at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eMicromussa\u003c\/a\u003e or acan large-polyp stony coral with fleshy polyps. This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\" title=\"Shop LPS coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e suits reef keepers seeking an acan with a fleshy-polyp form. Its care is moderate, with gentle placement, measured acclimation, and room from nearby corals helping support consistent extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\" title=\"Shop WYSIWYG coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate indirect flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle reef areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Begin in a dimmer area and increase exposure gradually only after the coral has adjusted, avoiding sudden light increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle, dispersed movement helps keep the coral clear without repeatedly pushing or blasting its fleshy polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with moderate room around it. Acclimate gradually to its final position rather than moving it quickly into brighter or higher-flow conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow spacing from neighboring corals because acans are semi-aggressive. Avoid close contact with other corals, especially where nighttime expansion or stinging could create competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is optional, but occasional small meaty foods can be offered. Keep portions modest and observe the coral’s response rather than making heavy feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and watch for changes in polyp extension after adjustments. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, and make changes gradually so the coral can settle into its placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this coral stable conditions, indirect flow, and appropriate spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48480130629854,"sku":"I20-S1-7-21-08","price":24.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I20-S1-7-21-08.jpg?v=1784920196","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/acan-coral-wysiwyg-i20-s1-7-21-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}