{"product_id":"k015-s1-7-28-05","title":"Starburst Montipora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStarburst Montipora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarburst Montipora Coral is a Montipora small-polyp stony coral with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\" title=\"Shop SPS coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e care requirements. This WYSIWYG Montipora is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide consistent conditions, appropriate lighting, and varied circulation. Its care is moderate, with attention to acclimation and room for its future growth pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\" title=\"Shop WYSIWYG coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\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 to strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong random flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation\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 moderate to strong reef lighting. Acclimate gradually to avoid sudden lighting changes, then maintain consistent exposure in an established reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate to strong random flow. Varied circulation helps keep the coral clear of settled debris without relying on a constant direct blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Allow open space around the frag for plating or encrusting growth as it develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep space between it and neighboring corals. Montipora is generally peaceful, but it can overgrow nearby corals when its growth reaches them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on reef lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally as part of a balanced feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, and nutrient availability. Observe the coral during acclimation and after placement, especially when adjusting light, flow, or other reef conditions, and avoid abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA measured acclimation and stable reef routine support long-term Montipora care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514545582302,"sku":"K015-S1-7-28-05","price":44.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K015-S1-7-28-05.jpg?v=1785268899","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k015-s1-7-28-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}