{"product_id":"cherry-bomb-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g18-s2-9-25-11","title":"Cherry Bomb Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCherry Bomb Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry Bomb \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions associated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e care. Its placement and environment should be planned before introduction.\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 Strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, random and turbulent flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but space for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong reef lighting and acclimate the coral gradually to its final intensity. Positioning higher in the reef is appropriate once it has adjusted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid low-flow areas where detritus can settle around the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly and allow room to adjust before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around neighboring corals to allow for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but crowding can limit water movement and available room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Avoid overfeeding and maintain clean, stable reef conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections or frequent environmental changes, and observe the coral’s response as it acclimates to its placement and flow pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistency and careful acclimation are central to long-term Acropora care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49112061116638,"sku":"G18-S2-9-25-11","price":98.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/G18-S2-9-25-11.jpg?v=1790363656","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/cherry-bomb-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g18-s2-9-25-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}