{"product_id":"k06-s1-7-28-09","title":"Encore Goniopora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEncore \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\u003eEncore Goniopora Coral is a Goniopora large-polyp stony coral with extended, flowing polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate-to-advanced LPS care, stable conditions, and a placement that leaves room for its polyps to extend naturally.\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. Acclimate gradually to its final intensity, then observe polyp extension and overall response before making further lighting adjustments.\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 and irritate the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with open space around it. Allow room for full polyp extension and acclimate carefully after introducing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan for semi-aggressive behavior and leave space between this coral and nearby corals. Its extended polyps need clearance, especially once it has settled into placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Feed gently in appropriate flow so food can reach the extended polyps.\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. Monitor polyp extension, tissue condition, and response to changes, adjusting placement, flow, or lighting gradually rather than all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, gentle movement, and space to extend.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514540732638,"sku":"K06-S1-7-28-09","price":89.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K06-S1-7-28-09.jpg?v=1785268596","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k06-s1-7-28-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}