{"product_id":"kirbys-hammer-asian-acan-coral-wysiwyg-i13-s1-7-21-09","title":"Kirby's HAmmer Asian Acan Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKirby's HAmmer Asian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/micromussa-lordhowensis\" title=\"Shop Acan coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eAcan Coral\u003c\/a\u003e - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirby's HAmmer Asian Acan Coral is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\" title=\"Shop Euphyllia at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eEuphyllia\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\" title=\"Shop Hammer coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003ehammer coral\u003c\/a\u003e with fleshy, expanding polyps. This WYSIWYG hammer coral is an LPS option for reef aquariums, suited to hobbyists prepared to provide moderate care and leave room for its natural polyp expansion.\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, indirect and 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate lighting. Introduce it gradually to its final intensity and watch for normal expansion as it settles into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should gently circulate around the polyps without blasting them with a strong direct current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Give the coral time to acclimate after placement, and avoid frequent moves while it adjusts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous space from neighboring corals. Hammer corals are semi-aggressive, can expand beyond their base, and have stinging potential when nearby corals are within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty foods can be offered if desired. Feeding is optional; use small portions and observe the coral's response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid corrections. Monitor polyp expansion and tissue condition, then address changes gradually while checking placement, lighting, and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate spacing for long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48480136036574,"sku":"I13-S1-7-21-09","price":45.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I13-S1-7-21-09_f736e19b-e426-49a2-a3d1-18012b329031.jpg?v=1784919202","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/kirbys-hammer-asian-acan-coral-wysiwyg-i13-s1-7-21-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}