{"product_id":"candy-apple-orange-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-i07-s1-11-12-03","title":"Candy Apple Orange Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCandy Apple Orange Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandy Apple Orange \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 with glowing orange centers. This WYSIWYG Candy Apple Orange Zoanthid is suited to reef aquariums, including nano reef setups. Its named coloration centers on glowing orange, while its soft-coral care profile favors a measured approach to light, flow, and placement.\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. Start under gentler light and acclimate gradually before moving it brighter, watching the colony’s response as it settles into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied water flow. Aim for enough movement to keep the colony clear without directing a harsh, constant stream at the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Begin with a stable location and adjust placement gradually only after it has acclimated to the aquarium’s lighting and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for it to spread across nearby surfaces. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but planning spacing helps keep their growth from encroaching on neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, so offer small amounts when appropriate and observe whether the polyps respond well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make lighting changes gradually. Observe polyp opening and overall condition after placement or adjustments. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection during fragging, moving, or other close contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA steady setup and gradual acclimation support consistent zoanthid care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49431313711326,"sku":"I07-S1-11-12-03","price":54.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/candy-apple-orange-zoanthid-coral-i07-s1-11-12-03-6702970.jpg?v=1794542293","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/candy-apple-orange-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-i07-s1-11-12-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}