{"product_id":"arc-firework-clove-polyps-coral-wysiwyg-i017-s1-11-12-14","title":"ARC Firework Clove Polyps Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARC Firework Clove Polyps Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Firework Clove Polyps Coral is a clove-polyp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e for reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/clove-polyps\"\u003eclove polyp coral\u003c\/a\u003e suits reef keepers looking for a soft coral with beginner-to-moderate care needs. Its care profile favors gentle conditions, deliberate placement, and room to spread over time.\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 Peaceful but capable of spreading\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. Start with lower exposure during acclimation, then observe polyp extension and adjust gradually rather than making abrupt lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Gentle movement helps keep the polyps active, while harsh direct flow can prevent extension and should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to acclimate after introduction, and choose a location where its spreading growth can be managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it with peaceful neighbors, but leave surrounding space for spreading growth. Although clove polyps are generally peaceful, they can expand onto nearby rockwork and compete for available surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Fine suspended foods may be accepted, but stable reef conditions and appropriate lighting and flow remain the primary care focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually. Watch for consistent polyp extension after acclimation, avoid harsh direct flow, and periodically check surrounding rockwork so spreading growth does not encroach on corals you want to keep separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions and space to spread at its own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49431314956510,"sku":"I017-S1-11-12-14","price":24.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/arc-firework-clove-polyps-coral-i017-s1-11-12-14-6931472.jpg?v=1794542227","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/arc-firework-clove-polyps-coral-wysiwyg-i017-s1-11-12-14","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}