{"product_id":"northern-lights-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k9-s1-9-11-04","title":"Northern Lights Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNorthern Lights Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern Lights \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Favia-type brain large-polyp stony coral with a moderate care profile. This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e is suited to reef keepers who can provide steady conditions, measured acclimation, and room around the specimen. Its care profile calls for low to moderate lighting, indirect flow, and lower to middle reef placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG coral, 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 indirect 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 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 low to moderate lighting and increase exposure gradually during acclimation. Avoid abrupt intensity changes, and watch for the coral’s response before making further adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate indirect flow that moves water across the coral without blasting its tissue. Avoid strong direct flow, which can prevent comfortable extension and irritate fleshy areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with adequate surrounding space. Begin with gentle acclimation to its final lighting and flow rather than repeatedly moving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this aggressive coral generous space from neighboring corals. Nighttime sweeper or feeding tentacles can reach beyond the visible tissue, so maintain separation to reduce stinging risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional small meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, but target feeding can be done carefully when feeding tentacles are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually. Observe tissue expansion, feeding-tentacle activity, and nearby coral spacing regularly, then adjust placement or intensity slowly rather than making frequent sudden changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space, stable conditions, and patient acclimation for dependable long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023532237022,"sku":"K9-S1-9-11-04","price":128.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/northern-lights-zoanthid-coral-k9-s1-9-11-04-5938280.jpg?v=1789163527","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/northern-lights-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k9-s1-9-11-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}