{"product_id":"circus-freak-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h018-s1-11-06-10","title":"Circus Freak Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCircus Freak Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCircus Freak \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 Acropora coral is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS corals\u003c\/a\u003e require.\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 intensity, then maintain consistent lighting to support this Acropora coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow. Varied circulation helps keep the coral clear of buildup while avoiding a single constant 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 well and adjust placement gradually as it adapts to stronger light and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space for growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but room around the colony helps prevent contact with neighboring corals as it develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed lightly and observe the tank’s overall nutrient balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced SPS coral responds best to consistency, so make adjustments slowly and avoid rapid parameter corrections. Observe polyp condition and coloration as conditions settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, mature reef with consistent husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49372030107870,"sku":"H018-S1-11-06-10","price":135.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H018-S1-11-06-10.jpg?v=1793997462","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/circus-freak-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h018-s1-11-06-10","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}