{"product_id":"gold-branching-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls04-s1-8-31-02","title":"Gold Branching Hammer Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGold Branching Hammer Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Branching \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eHammer Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a branching hammer form. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia hammer coral carries the gold coloration indicated by its name and a branching form. Its LPS care profile suits reef keepers prepared to provide moderate conditions, appropriate placement, and room for expansion.\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 Moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, indirect and 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 Semi-aggressive\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 moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually when moving it into brighter conditions, then observe expansion and overall response before making further changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should gently reach the coral without blasting its fleshy polyps with strong direct current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to acclimate after placement, and choose a stable location with adequate clearance for expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this semi-aggressive coral generous spacing from neighbors. Expanded tentacles can sting nearby corals, so avoid placing it where contact is likely as it opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, and portions should be appropriate for the coral and overall nutrient management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than chasing rapid adjustments. Watch its expansion, placement response, and nearby coral spacing regularly, making gradual changes when conditions need correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide steady care and adequate spacing for a well-managed hammer coral placement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977299210462,"sku":"LS04-S1-8-31-02","price":32.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS04-S1-8-31-02.jpg?v=1788286985","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/gold-branching-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls04-s1-8-31-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}