{"product_id":"k06-s1-7-28-06","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 extended polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora coral suits reef keepers prepared to provide moderate lighting, varied flow, and consistent reef conditions. Its polyp extension needs open space, and its moderate-to-advanced care profile rewards attentive observation rather than rushed placement.\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. Start the coral under gentler exposure when introducing it, 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 water flow. Movement should keep the polyps gently active without directing a harsh blast at the coral or preventing full extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef areas with room for 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 spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive Goniopora may cause problems when its extended polyps contact nearby specimens, so leave room as it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Feed gently in a way that allows food to reach the polyps without overwhelming them with flow.\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. Observe extension, placement response, and interactions with nearby corals, then make gradual adjustments instead of sudden changes to lighting or flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it open placement, stable conditions, and time to settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514543714526,"sku":"K06-S1-7-28-06","price":45.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/iron-man-goniopora-coral-k06-s1-7-28-06-8685476.jpg?v=1785297931","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k06-s1-7-28-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}