{"product_id":"cherry-bomb-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g20-s2-9-25-06","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 with advanced care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to established reef aquariums where strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent maintenance can support its SPS care needs. Allow time for careful acclimation before settling it into its permanent reef position.\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 after a gradual acclimation period. Avoid abrupt lighting changes, and keep intensity consistent once the coral has adjusted to its placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Good circulation helps prevent detritus from settling while avoiding a constant one-direction blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly, choose an area with reliable light and turbulent flow, and make future growth room part of the placement decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally peaceful, but leave room for growth and avoid crowding nearby corals. Plan spacing around the frag so expanding branches have clear water movement and do not contact neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support. Fine coral foods can be offered optionally, with restrained feeding and attention to overall nutrient stability.\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, make changes gradually, and observe the coral regularly for its response to flow, light, and surrounding reef conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept in a stable, established reef with attentive SPS husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49112072356062,"sku":"G20-S2-9-25-06","price":125.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/G20-S2-9-25-06.jpg?v=1790363709","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/cherry-bomb-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g20-s2-9-25-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}