{"product_id":"charmander-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-i27-s1-7-21-08","title":"Charmander Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCharmander \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthids\" title=\"Shop Zoanthid at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eZoanthid\u003c\/a\u003e Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharmander Zoanthid Coral is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\" title=\"Shop soft coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to low-to-moderate light reef systems. This WYSIWYG zoanthid frag offers a practical soft-coral option for reef keepers building a nano reef or larger saltwater aquarium. Its care needs align with a beginner-to-moderate approach when stable conditions and thoughtful placement are maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\" title=\"Shop WYSIWYG coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\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. Start with gentler exposure and acclimate lighting gradually, watching the colony’s response before moving it into brighter areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate varied flow. Enough movement helps keep debris from settling, while overly forceful direct flow may keep the polyps from opening normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef areas. Secure the frag where it can receive appropriate light and varied flow, then allow time to adjust before relocating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around the colony because zoanthids are generally peaceful but can spread. Plan its location with nearby corals in mind and trim or manage expansion as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies may accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions remain the primary focus for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony regularly for changes in polyp opening or debris buildup. Acclimate lighting gradually after introduction or relocation. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection during fragging, placement, or maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive the colony time to settle before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48480130138334,"sku":"I27-S1-7-21-08","price":45.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I27-S1-7-21-08.jpg?v=1784920920","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/charmander-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-i27-s1-7-21-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}