{"product_id":"bali-shortcake-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls65-s1-9-01-05","title":"Bali Shortcake Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBali Shortcake Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBali Shortcake \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for established reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Acropora is suited to advanced reef keepers who can provide strong lighting, turbulent water movement, and consistently stable conditions. Its SPS care requirements make deliberate placement and gradual acclimation important.\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 Strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, random and turbulent flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but space for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong reef lighting after gradual acclimation. Positioning under intense lighting is appropriate once the coral has adjusted, while sudden lighting changes should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas where detritus can settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly and allow room to grow without shading or crowding nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around it for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but neighboring corals should not crowd its branches or limit water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally when appropriate for the overall reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e responds best to consistent husbandry; monitor conditions closely and avoid rapid parameter corrections or abrupt environmental changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, mature reef with attentive SPS-focused care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48983649059038,"sku":"LS65-S1-9-01-05","price":78.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS65-S1-9-01-05.jpg?v=1788293004","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/bali-shortcake-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls65-s1-9-01-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}