{"product_id":"milky-way-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-d08-s1-8-26-01","title":"Milky Way Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMilky Way Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilky Way \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to lower and middle reef areas. This WYSIWYG Milky Way Zoanthid Coral is a soft coral with zoanthid polyps for reef keepers seeking a manageable addition with beginner-to-moderate care needs.\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 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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting and acclimate gradually to brighter conditions. A measured adjustment helps the colony settle without abrupt changes in exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied flow. Gentle movement helps keep the polyps clear while avoiding a constant force directed at the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a stable location, then adjust placement gradually only if its response suggests a change is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around it as it grows and spreads. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but their spread can bring them into contact with neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies may accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions remain the primary focus for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe polyp response during acclimation. Make lighting changes gradually, avoid sudden environmental shifts, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable placement, gradual acclimation, and room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48646116442334,"sku":"D08-S1-8-26-01","price":32.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/D08-S1-8-26-01.jpg?v=1787764299","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/milky-way-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-d08-s1-8-26-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}