{"product_id":"fender-bender-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i015-s1-11-12-9","title":"Fender Bender Cyphastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFender Bender Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender Bender \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/cyphastrea\"\u003eCyphastrea Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an encrusting stony coral suited to established reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea coral grows across a stable surface, making placement and available room important considerations as it establishes new encrusting growth in a reef aquarium.\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 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. Begin in a lower-light area and adjust placement gradually based on how the coral responds after acclimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow. Alternating movement helps keep the coral clear without subjecting it to a constant harsh stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas on a secure mounting surface. Leave open surrounding space so its encrusting growth has room to spread.\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 neighboring corals if placement is too close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally as part of a regular reef feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and observe the coral during acclimation and early growth. A secure mounting surface, stable placement, and room around the edges help it establish without competing directly with nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan its placement early to accommodate gradual encrusting growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49431314235614,"sku":"I015-S1-11-12-9","price":44.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/fender-bender-cyphastrea-coral-i015-s1-11-12-9-2827310.jpg?v=1794542233","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/fender-bender-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-i015-s1-11-12-9","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}