{"product_id":"k09-s1-7-28-08","title":"Milky Way Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMilky Way \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthids\" title=\"Shop Zoanthid at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eZoanthid\u003c\/a\u003e Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilky Way Zoanthid Coral is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\" title=\"Shop soft coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to lower and middle reef areas. This WYSIWYG Milky Way Zoanthid Coral offers the familiar polyp form of a zoanthid-type soft coral, with care needs that fit stable reef systems and a practical beginner-to-moderate care profile.\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 Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to 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 Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Acclimate lighting gradually, especially when moving the coral into a brighter system, and observe its response before changing placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate varied flow. Enough movement helps keep the colony clear, while harsh direct flow is best avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a secure location and make gradual adjustments only after it has settled into the tank’s lighting and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally peaceful, but it can spread over nearby rockwork. Leave room for its growth and monitor neighboring corals so the colony does not overtake their space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, which can be offered carefully as part of a regular reef-feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and avoid sudden changes in light, flow, or placement. Check the colony regularly for its response, and handle zoanthids carefully using appropriate eye and skin protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA steady, gradual approach supports long-term placement and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514525233374,"sku":"K09-S1-7-28-08","price":39.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K09-S1-7-28-08.jpg?v=1785268739","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k09-s1-7-28-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}