{"product_id":"bi-color-splatter-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls029-s1-10-19-01","title":"Bi Color Splatter Hammer coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBi Color Splatter Hammer coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBi Color Splatter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eHammer coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with moderate-care LPS requirements. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia hammer coral is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate lighting, gentle varied movement, and stable conditions. Its fleshy hammer polyps need room to expand without contact from neighboring corals.\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 Moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, indirect and 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 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 moderate lighting and acclimate gradually to its final intensity. Observe polyp expansion during adjustment, and avoid sudden lighting changes that can cause stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow that moves the polyps gently. Avoid strong direct flow, which can keep the coral retracted or irritate its fleshy tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with open space around the colony. Acclimate gradually after introduction and confirm that its polyps can expand freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from neighboring corals because this semi-aggressive hammer coral has stinging potential. Its expanded polyps and sweepers can reach nearby specimens, especially as conditions change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty foods can be offered as an optional supplement. Feed gently when polyps are receptive, and avoid overfeeding or allowing food to settle on tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels stable rather than making rapid corrections. Check regularly for consistent expansion, tissue condition, and response to flow, then adjust placement or flow gradually when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, indirect movement, and enough room to expand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49267975127262,"sku":"LS029-S1-10-19-01","price":43.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS029-S1-10-19-01.jpg?v=1792431642","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/bi-color-splatter-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls029-s1-10-19-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}