{"product_id":"goldie-locks-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-a015-s1-11-3-11","title":"Goldie Locks Hammer Euphyllia Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoldie Locks Hammer Euphyllia Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldie Locks Hammer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eEuphyllia Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with distinctive hammer-shaped polyps. This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e offers the recognizable movement of a hammer coral in a reef aquarium. Its care profile calls for moderate lighting, indirect varied flow, and stable conditions while it settles into its chosen location.\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 and acclimate gradually to the final intensity. Watch for normal polyp expansion as the coral adjusts, making changes slowly rather than shifting lighting conditions quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow and avoid strong direct flow. A changing current supports natural movement without preventing comfortable polyp expansion or continually pushing the tissue in one direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with open space around it. Allow time to adjust after placement before moving it, and make any location changes gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave generous spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive hammer coral can extend and sting nearby specimens, particularly when its polyps are fully expanded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty feeding is optional. Feed gently if offered, and avoid overfeeding to help maintain stable nutrient conditions in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels instead of making rapid corrections. Observe expansion and tissue condition regularly, then address changes in lighting, flow, or water stability gradually. Consistent conditions are more important than chasing quick adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate room for expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49355481088222,"sku":"A015-S1-11-3-11","price":79.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/goldie-locks-hammer-euphyllia-coral-a015-s1-11-3-11-7702940.jpg?v=1793827283","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/goldie-locks-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-a015-s1-11-3-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}