{"product_id":"goldie-locks-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-b03-s1-10-27-11","title":"Goldie Locks Hammer Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoldie Locks Hammer Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldie Locks \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eHammer Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with moderate care requirements. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e suits reef keepers seeking a hammer coral with flowing polyps and neon-tipped coloration. Consistent conditions and adequate room for full expansion are important for its care.\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\u003eUse moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to the intended intensity, monitor expansion, and adjust placement slowly only if the coral shows it needs a change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate, indirect, varied flow. Gentle water movement should keep polyps moving while avoiding strong direct flow that can inhibit comfortable expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Give it open space for expansion, and acclimate gradually after adding it to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive hammer coral can sting nearby specimens, particularly once it expands fully, so avoid placing it within reach of other corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional meaty foods if desired; feeding is optional. Feed gently when polyps are receptive, and avoid overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels stable instead of making rapid adjustments. Regularly observe polyp expansion, tissue condition, flow response, and spacing from nearby corals, then make corrections gradually when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable conditions, indirect flow, and proper spacing support 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":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334582640862,"sku":"B03-S1-10-27-11","price":72.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/goldie-locks-hammer-coral-b03-s1-10-27-11-6551188.jpg?v=1793393646","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/goldie-locks-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-b03-s1-10-27-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}