{"product_id":"cotton-candy-tenuis-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k02-s2-10-28-02","title":"Cotton Candy Tenuis Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCotton Candy Tenuis Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton Candy Tenuis Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with an advanced care profile. This Acro \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e suits established reef systems able to provide strong lighting, vigorous water movement, and consistent conditions. Its care needs align with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora corals\u003c\/a\u003e that depend on stable reef husbandry.\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 measured acclimation period. Increase exposure gradually to help the coral adjust and avoid abrupt lighting changes in an established Acropora placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that keeps water moving around the branches. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas where detritus can settle and circulation is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas once acclimated to the system’s lighting and flow. Secure the frag firmly and allow room for its future growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space for growth around this generally peaceful coral. Keep neighboring corals far enough away to prevent contact as branches develop and maintenance access becomes more difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally when appropriate for the aquarium, while avoiding excessive feeding that can destabilize nutrients.\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, and monitor the coral’s response after any system adjustment. Advanced Acropora care is most successful in a mature aquarium with dependable consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistency, strong light, and turbulent flow are the foundation of its care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334582837470,"sku":"K02-S2-10-28-02","price":102.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/cotton-candy-tenuis-acropora-coral-k02-s2-10-28-02-3383911.jpg?v=1793393593","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/cotton-candy-tenuis-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k02-s2-10-28-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}