{"product_id":"dark-magician-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-ls53-s1-9-01-03","title":"Dark Magician zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDark Magician zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Magician zoanthid Coral is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to reef aquarium placement. This WYSIWYG Dark Magician zoanthid offers the compact polyp form associated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003ezoanthid corals\u003c\/a\u003e and fits naturally into lower to middle reef areas. Its care needs are approachable for hobbyists building a stable reef system.\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. Start with gentler exposure and acclimate lighting gradually to help the colony adjust before moving it brighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the colony clear without directing a harsh, constant stream at the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Give the frag time to settle, then adjust placement gradually if lighting or flow needs refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for spreading. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but the colony can expand across nearby rockwork and may crowd neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions remain the main priority for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe polyp response after changes in lighting, flow, or placement. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection during fragging, moving, or other close contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor its spread and leave open rockwork for future growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977529536734,"sku":"LS53-S1-9-01-03","price":45.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS53-S1-9-01-03.jpg?v=1788291872","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/dark-magician-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-ls53-s1-9-01-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}