{"product_id":"hulks-leptastrea-coral-wysiwyg-f03-s1-8-21-09","title":"Hulks Leptastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHulks Leptastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHulks Leptastrea Coral is an encrusting stony coral with moderate care requirements. This Leptastrea coral is a practical choice for reef keepers seeking an encrusting stony coral that can be placed in lower to middle reef areas and given room to spread.\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. Start it in gentler light during acclimation, then observe its response before making gradual placement or lighting adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow. Alternating movement helps keep the surface clear while avoiding a constant, harsh stream directed at the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef on a stable mounting surface. Leave open space around the edges so its encrusting growth has room to expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space from neighboring corals. It is generally peaceful, but its encrusting growth can overgrow nearby corals when placement is too close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed lightly and observe how the coral responds in your established feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and secure the coral to a stable surface while it establishes new growth. Monitor its placement, lighting response, and surrounding space regularly, especially as the encrusting edge begins to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions and room to establish its growing edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48627296829662,"sku":"F03-S1-8-21-09","price":25.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/F03-S1-8-21-09.jpg?v=1787332289","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/hulks-leptastrea-coral-wysiwyg-f03-s1-8-21-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}