{"product_id":"meteor-shower-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-d04-s1-8-26-07","title":"Meteor Shower Cyphastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMeteor Shower Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeteor Shower \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/cyphastrea\"\u003eCyphastrea Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an encrusting stony coral suited to lower and middle reef areas. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea is offered as the pictured specimen and develops across a secure surface as it establishes. Plan its position with surrounding rockwork and neighboring corals in mind, leaving open space for encrusting growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\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 Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle reef areas with growth room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can overgrow neighbors\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Begin in a gentler area during introduction, then observe its response before making gradual placement or lighting adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the surface clear without concentrating a harsh, constant stream on one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas on a stable mounting surface. Leave room around its edges so new encrusting growth can expand without immediately reaching other corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep space between this generally peaceful coral and nearby specimens. Its main concern is gradual overgrowth, so check its expanding edge and avoid placing it where growth will contact neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally as part of a broader reef-feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and secure the coral where it can establish new growth. Watch its surface, edges, and nearby corals after placement, and make any lighting or flow changes gradually rather than all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions and open edges for steady encrusting growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48646119588062,"sku":"D04-S1-8-26-07","price":25.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/D04-S1-8-26-07.jpg?v=1787762562","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/meteor-shower-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-d04-s1-8-26-07","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}