{"product_id":"oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k03-s2-10-28-06","title":"Oscar The Grouch Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOscar The Grouch Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOscar The Grouch \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef systems. This WYSIWYG Acropora coral suits reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and day-to-day stability expected by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS corals\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 Strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, random and turbulent flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but space for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong reef lighting. Acclimate gradually to the intensity, then maintain consistent lighting rather than making abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow. Varied circulation helps keep the coral clear of settled debris without leaving it in a stagnant area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Start with a measured adjustment period before moving it into its intended high-light, high-flow position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for growth around neighboring corals. Acropora is generally peaceful, but spacing helps prevent contact as branches develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on light for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally when they fit the feeding routine of the established reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections, observe the coral’s response after any adjustment, and make changes gradually in this advanced SPS care environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable reef with deliberate, consistent husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49324891537630,"sku":"K03-S2-10-28-06","price":68.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-k03-s2-10-28-06-5358455.jpg?v=1793376731","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k03-s2-10-28-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}