{"product_id":"dark-magicians-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-j018-s1-9-23-09","title":"Dark Magicians Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDark Magicians Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Magicians \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 suited to established reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG zoanthid coral offers a practical option for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with manageable placement and straightforward care needs. Its care profile fits nano reefs and larger reef aquariums when stable conditions are maintained.\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, then acclimate gradually to the intended intensity. Slow adjustment helps avoid stressing the colony when moving it into a new aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied water flow. Gentle changing flow helps keep the colony clear without continuously blasting the polyps from one direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas and adjust gradually after introduction. Start with moderate exposure and observe polyp response before making placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this generally peaceful coral room to spread across nearby rockwork. Monitor its edges over time so it does not encroach on neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional, though some colonies accept fine foods. Target feed lightly only if desired, and avoid letting excess food accumulate around the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony regularly for changes in polyp extension or placement response. Acclimate lighting gradually, keep flow varied, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow time for acclimation and adjust placement only after observing its response.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49100906266846,"sku":"J018-S1-9-23-09","price":31.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/dark-magicians-zoanthid-coral-j018-s1-9-23-09-8555619.jpg?v=1790251927","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/dark-magicians-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-j018-s1-9-23-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}