{"product_id":"chevron-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g22-s2-9-25-04","title":"Chevron Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChevron Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChevron Acropora Coral 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora corals\u003c\/a\u003e require. Plan its location carefully and allow it to acclimate before making placement changes.\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. Acclimate gradually to the intended intensity, then maintain consistent lighting rather than making abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong, random, turbulent flow. Varied circulation helps keep the coral clear of settled debris and avoids the stagnant conditions Acropora should not receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the frag where it receives strong light and broad, turbulent water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but spacing helps prevent contact with neighboring corals as branches develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, while avoiding sudden changes to the aquarium’s nutrient balance.\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, observe the coral’s response after adjustments, and make changes gradually to preserve the consistent conditions this advanced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, established reef with deliberate placement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49112078287070,"sku":"G22-S2-9-25-04","price":125.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/G22-S2-9-25-04.jpg?v=1790363732","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/chevron-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g22-s2-9-25-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}