{"product_id":"milky-way-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-j02-s1-9-18-04","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 placement. This WYSIWYG zoanthid coral offers the practical care approach of a soft coral, with low to moderate light, varied flow, and room to spread across its chosen surface.\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting, then acclimate gradually to the final intensity. Slow changes help the colony adjust without unnecessary stress from abrupt lighting exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate varied flow that keeps water moving around the colony. Avoid a constant harsh stream directed at the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas and allow time for light acclimation. Choose a surface with room for the colony to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect generally peaceful behavior, but plan for spreading as the colony establishes. Leave space from neighboring corals and monitor its edges so it does not overtake nearby placement areas.\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 main focus for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony as it settles into its placement. Acclimate lighting gradually, avoid abrupt changes, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during maintenance or fragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this zoanthid space, stable conditions, and time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49080564121822,"sku":"J02-S1-9-18-04","price":25.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/J02-S1-9-18-04.jpg?v=1789758385","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/milky-way-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-j02-s1-9-18-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}