{"product_id":"defcon-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i18-s1-7-21-02","title":"Defcon Cyphastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDefcon Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefcon Cyphastrea Coral is an encrusting stony coral with a spreading growth habit. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea is offered as the pictured coral, suited to reef keepers seeking an encrusting stony coral for lower to middle areas of the aquascape. Plan its position with open surface around it for continued coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG coral, 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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Introduce it gradually to its final intensity and watch its response before making further lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the coral clear of settled debris without focusing a constant, forceful stream on one area.\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 room around the edges for encrusting growth as it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it space from nearby corals. It is generally peaceful, but its encrusting growth can gradually overgrow neighbors if surfaces are shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight provides primary support. Fine coral foods can be offered optionally, with feeding kept measured to avoid excess nutrients or settled food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and avoid frequent changes while it settles in. Secure the frag where it can remain stable, then observe for new edge growth, debris accumulation, and interactions with neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a stable location with open rockwork for its spreading base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48500035846366,"sku":"I18-S1-7-21-02","price":37.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I18-S1-7-21-02.jpg?v=1784656996","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/defcon-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i18-s1-7-21-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}