{"product_id":"k06-s1-7-28-10","title":"Iron Bandit Goniopora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIron Bandit \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 Bandit Goniopora Coral is a Goniopora large-polyp stony coral with long, flowing polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora coral brings the distinctive extended-polyp texture associated with the type. Its LPS care needs suit reef keepers prepared to provide consistent conditions, measured placement, and attentive observation.\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 in 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 flow that moves the polyps naturally. 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 room for full polyp extension. Acclimate gradually to its final lighting and flow position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow ample spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive coral needs room around its extended polyps to reduce contact and potential stinging issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Target feeding can be done gently without directing forceful flow at the 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. This Moderate to Advanced care coral benefits from regular observation of extension, placement, flow response, and any nearby coral contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it space, stable conditions, and patient acclimation for the best response.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514531623134,"sku":"K06-S1-7-28-10","price":46.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K06-S1-7-28-10.jpg?v=1785268596","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k06-s1-7-28-10","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}