{"product_id":"alpha-omega-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-ls015-s1-8-31-06","title":"Stargazer Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStargazer Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStargazer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to lower and middle reef areas. This WYSIWYG zoanthid is offered as the pictured specimen, with care suited to reef keepers seeking a soft coral that can be maintained under low to moderate lighting and varied water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\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 varied 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 Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting, then acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt changes. Observe polyp response and adjust placement only after the coral has time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Water movement should keep the colony clear of settling debris without subjecting it to a constant, forceful direct stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas and allow time for lighting acclimation. Secure the specimen where its gradual spread can be monitored and managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep space around the colony as it expands. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but they can spread across nearby rockwork and may crowd neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, which can be offered carefully when desired without relying on feeding as a required part of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually. Watch for normal polyp extension, debris accumulation, and spreading behavior. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection during placement, maintenance, or fragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this colony stable conditions and room to spread at its own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977201168606,"sku":"LS015-S1-8-31-06","price":25.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS015-S1-8-31-06.jpg?v=1788287904","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/alpha-omega-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-ls015-s1-8-31-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}