{"product_id":"k07-s1-7-28-01","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 extended, flowing polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora coral brings distinctive polyp movement to a reef display. Its moderate-to-advanced care needs make it best suited to aquarists prepared to provide consistent conditions, thoughtful placement, and room for full extension.\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 when moving it into brighter areas, then observe polyp extension and overall response before changing placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow rather than a direct blast. Gentle changing movement helps the polyps extend naturally without keeping the coral pinned in one direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with open room around it. Give the polyps space to extend fully, and make placement adjustments gradually if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat this coral as semi-aggressive and leave clearance from neighboring corals. Its extended polyps need open space, so avoid crowding it against corals that may compete or sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Feed carefully in a way that allows the polyps access without excessive buildup in the aquarium.\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. Watch polyp extension, tissue appearance, and response to lighting or flow changes, making gradual adjustments instead of frequent major changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent placement, gentle flow, and stable nutrients support long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514543321310,"sku":"K07-S1-7-28-01","price":49.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K07-S1-7-28-01.jpg?v=1785268661","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k07-s1-7-28-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}