{"product_id":"k06-s1-7-28-04","title":"Iron Man Goniopora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIron Man \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/goniopora\" title=\"Shop Goniopora at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eGoniopora\u003c\/a\u003e Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron Man Goniopora Coral is a Goniopora large-polyp stony coral with flowing polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora coral brings the distinctive movement of extended polyps to a reef display. Its care is best suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate lighting, varied flow, and consistently stable conditions.\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 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 and acclimate gradually to its final intensity. Observe polyp extension and response after placement rather than making abrupt lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow that keeps the polyps moving gently. Avoid direct blasting flow, which can prevent comfortable extension or cause the coral to remain withdrawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with room for full polyp extension. Start in a stable location and allow time to adjust before moving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous space from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive coral can create issues when extended polyps contact nearby specimens, so avoid crowded placement and monitor surrounding corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Target feeding can be helpful when polyps are extended, but avoid overfeeding the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and avoid stripping all measurable nutrients from the aquarium. Moderate to advanced care is appropriate; watch polyp extension, tissue condition, and its response to changes in flow, lighting, or feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable placement, gentle movement, and adequate room to extend.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514542010590,"sku":"K06-S1-7-28-04","price":43.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K06-S1-7-28-04.jpg?v=1785268596","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k06-s1-7-28-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}