{"product_id":"golden-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-l019-s1-8-11-06","title":"Golden Hammer Euphyllia Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGolden Hammer Euphyllia Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Hammer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eEuphyllia Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with moderate care requirements. This WYSIWYG hammer coral is an LPS selection for reef keepers seeking the distinctive form and movement associated with Euphyllia. Its care is best approached with stable conditions, suitable spacing, and patient acclimation.\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. Start with a gentler exposure during acclimation, then observe expansion and adjust placement gradually if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should keep the coral gently moving without blasting its tissue with a strong direct stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to settle after introduction, and make changes gradually while watching for consistent expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this semi-aggressive coral room from neighboring corals. Hammer corals can extend stinging tentacles, so spacing helps prevent contact and allows full expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty foods can be offered, but feeding is optional. Keep portions modest and observe the coral's response during feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid corrections. Monitor expansion, tissue condition, and nearby coral contact regularly, especially after changes to lighting, flow, placement, or maintenance routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteady conditions and adequate spacing support reliable long-term \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/blogs\/custom-rock-structures\/hammer-coral-care-beginner-basics\"\u003ehammer coral care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48592432759006,"sku":"L019-S1-8-11-06","price":36.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/golden-hammer-euphyllia-coral-l019-s1-8-11-06-6073702.jpg?v=1786512306","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/golden-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-l019-s1-8-11-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}