{"product_id":"candy-apple-red-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k7-s1-9-11-02","title":"Candy Apple Red Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCandy Apple Red Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandy Apple Red \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 for reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Candy Apple Red Zoanthid offers the familiar colony form of a soft coral suited to lower or middle reef placement. Its care profile fits aquarists seeking a beginner-to-moderate option with straightforward, stable conditions.\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting, then acclimate gradually to the intended intensity. Slow adjustment helps the colony settle while avoiding abrupt changes in light exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate, varied flow rather than a constant direct blast. Gentle changing movement helps keep the polyps clear while allowing them to remain comfortably extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas and allow time to adjust after introduction. Secure the frag where it can receive suitable light and varied water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep room around the colony as it grows and spreads across nearby surfaces. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but their spread can bring them into contact with neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional under stable reef conditions. Some colonies may accept fine foods, so offer small amounts only if desired and observe the response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually, especially when adjusting lighting. Observe polyp extension and surrounding growth space regularly. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection during placement, maintenance, or frag work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical soft coral choice for a thoughtfully maintained reef setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023527092446,"sku":"K7-S1-9-11-02","price":57.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/candy-apple-red-zoanthid-coral-k7-s1-9-11-02-1882277.jpg?v=1789163719","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/candy-apple-red-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k7-s1-9-11-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}