{"product_id":"defcon-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i18-s1-7-21-01","title":"Defcon Cyphastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDefcon Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefcon Cyphastrea Coral is an encrusting stony coral suited to established reef aquarium conditions. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea frag is a practical choice for reef keepers seeking an encrusting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\" title=\"Shop LPS coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e with a manageable placement footprint and room to spread across its mounting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\" title=\"Shop WYSIWYG coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Start conservatively during acclimation, then observe the coral’s response before making gradual lighting adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow. Alternating movement helps keep the surface clear without concentrating force on one area of the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas on a stable mounting surface. Leave open space around the frag for future encrusting growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyphastrea is generally peaceful, but it can overgrow nearby corals as it expands. Give it clear boundaries and avoid placing slower-growing neighbors directly in its growth path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered occasionally if desired, using a measured approach that does not degrade water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and secure the frag where it will not be disturbed. Watch for new growth as it establishes, keep its surface free of settled debris, and make changes to light or flow gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room to grow, keep conditions stable, and monitor neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48480133775582,"sku":"I18-S1-7-21-01","price":38.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I18-S1-7-21-01.jpg?v=1784918122","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/defcon-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i18-s1-7-21-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}