{"product_id":"close-encounter-stylocoeniella-coral-wysiwyg-f011-s1-10-09-11","title":"Close Encounter Stylocoeniella Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClose Encounter Stylocoeniella Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose Encounter Stylocoeniella Coral is an encrusting stony coral suited to lower and middle reef placement. This WYSIWYG encrusting coral offers a practical choice for reef keepers seeking a coral that can establish across a stable surface with time. Its care centers on measured light, varied flow, and room to spread.\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 Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle reef areas with growth room\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Begin with gentler exposure during acclimation, then observe its response before making gradual placement or lighting adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate, varied flow. Alternating water movement helps keep the coral clear of settled debris without concentrating force on one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef on a secure, stable mounting surface. Leave open space around the edges for encrusting growth as it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow separation from nearby corals. It is generally peaceful, but its encrusting growth can gradually overgrow neighboring corals if placement is too close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight provides primary support. Fine coral foods can be offered optionally, with restrained feeding and attention to how the reef handles added nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and avoid frequent changes while the coral settles in. Check that its mounting surface remains secure, keep detritus from collecting around it, and watch surrounding corals as new encrusting growth develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions and space to establish before adjusting its placement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49180786524382,"sku":"F011-S1-10-09-11","price":23.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/close-encounter-stylocoeniella-coral-f011-s1-10-09-11-2735649.jpg?v=1791602113","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/close-encounter-stylocoeniella-coral-wysiwyg-f011-s1-10-09-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}