{"product_id":"chevron-tenuis-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls70-s1-9-01-04","title":"Beach Bum Montipora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBeach Bum Montipora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeach Bum \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/montipora\"\u003eMontipora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Montipora small-polyp stony coral with SPS care requirements. This WYSIWYG Montipora is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide consistent conditions, appropriate light, and varied water movement. Its care profile calls for thoughtful acclimation and room to develop without crowding nearby corals.\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 Moderate to strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong random 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 can overgrow neighbors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate to strong reef lighting. Acclimate gradually to avoid sudden lighting changes, then maintain consistent exposure as part of a stable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate to strong random flow. Varied movement helps keep the coral clear of settled debris without relying on a single constant stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Leave open space around the specimen, particularly where plating or encrusting growth could extend toward neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep adequate spacing from neighboring corals. Montipora is generally peaceful, but it can overgrow nearby corals as it develops, so check its edges and adjust placement when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight provides its primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally as part of a balanced reef feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, and nutrient availability. Observe the coral during acclimation and after any system changes, avoiding abrupt shifts in lighting or other conditions that can disrupt SPS coral stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable reef with space for future growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977140678878,"sku":"LS70-S1-9-01-04","price":36.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS70-S1-9-01-04.jpg?v=1788293136","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/chevron-tenuis-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls70-s1-9-01-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}