{"product_id":"charmeleon-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-d07-s1-8-26-06","title":"Charmeleon Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCharmeleon Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharmeleon \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 suited to beginner-to-moderate reef care. This WYSIWYG Charmeleon Zoanthid Coral offers the recognizable polyp form of a zoanthid for reef aquariums. Its care profile favors straightforward placement, gradual light acclimation, and 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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Start with gentler exposure and acclimate gradually to help the colony adjust without abrupt changes in intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Gentle, changing movement helps keep the polyps clear while avoiding a constant forceful blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Give the colony time to settle after introduction, then adjust placement gradually only if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep space around the colony as it expands. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but they can spread onto nearby rockwork and encroach on neighboring corals.\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 care focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe polyp response after any adjustment. Acclimate lighting gradually, avoid sudden environmental changes, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during maintenance or fragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for growth and make changes gradually for consistent care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48646121521374,"sku":"D07-S1-8-26-06","price":55.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/D07-S1-8-26-06.jpg?v=1787762741","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/charmeleon-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-d07-s1-8-26-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}