{"product_id":"candy-apple-red-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-l05-s1-9-29-05","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 Coral is a soft coral suited to reef keepers seeking a manageable zoanthid option with beginner-to-moderate care requirements.\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. Acclimate it gradually to its final intensity to help the colony adjust without abrupt light changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied flow. Gentle changing movement helps keep the colony clear without subjecting it to constant direct force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a suitable lower placement during acclimation, then adjust only if needed for its response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for it to spread. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but their growth can encroach on nearby corals if placement is not planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions remain the main focus for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony as it settles in. Make lighting changes gradually, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during placement or maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan its space early and monitor surrounding corals as the colony grows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49136968433886,"sku":"L05-S1-9-29-05","price":36.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/L05-S1-9-29-05.jpg?v=1790785639","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/candy-apple-red-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-l05-s1-9-29-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}