{"product_id":"iron-bandit-goniopora-coral-wysiwyg-d011-s1-8-26-07","title":"Iron Bandit Goniopora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIron Bandit Goniopora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron Bandit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/goniopora\"\u003eGoniopora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Goniopora large-polyp stony coral with extended polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora coral offers the distinctive polyp extension and motion that make this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e a focal point in a reef display. Its moderate-to-advanced care needs reward aquarists who maintain consistent conditions.\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, 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 to Advanced\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 adjust placement gradually while watching polyp extension and overall response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow that keeps the polyps moving without blasting them directly. Avoid stagnant areas and strong, constant flow that can limit extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef areas with open room for full polyp extension. Acclimate gradually and avoid crowding it against rockwork or nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive LPS coral needs room for extension and should not be placed where it can contact or be contacted by nearby specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Feed gently when practical, and avoid using flow so forceful that food is immediately swept away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and avoid stripping the aquarium of all measurable nutrients. Observe polyp extension, tissue condition, and responses to light and flow, making changes gradually rather than all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it space, steady conditions, and appropriately varied water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48646118998238,"sku":"D011-S1-8-26-07","price":46.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/D011-S1-8-26-07.jpg?v=1787764370","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/iron-bandit-goniopora-coral-wysiwyg-d011-s1-8-26-07","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}