{"product_id":"dark-magician-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-f04-s1-8-21-06","title":"Dark Magician Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDark Magician Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Magician \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e for reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Dark Magician zoanthid is suited to reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward beginner-to-moderate care needs. Its colony form makes it a practical choice for lower and middle reef areas.\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 Low to moderate varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle reef areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate lighting gradually, especially when moving the coral into a brighter position, and watch for a consistent response before making further changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Gentle, changing movement helps keep the colony clear without concentrating constant force on the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef areas. Start with a secure location and adjust gradually only after it has settled into the aquarium’s lighting and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for it to spread. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but their expanding colony can encroach on nearby corals if placement is not planned with space in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, which can be offered occasionally without relying on feeding as a required part of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony as it acclimates. Avoid sudden changes in lighting or flow, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during placement or maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive the colony space, stable conditions, and gradual acclimation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48627276841182,"sku":"F04-S1-8-21-06","price":37.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/F04-S1-8-21-06.jpg?v=1787332365","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/dark-magician-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-f04-s1-8-21-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}