{"product_id":"oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k04-s2-10-28-01","title":"Oscar The Grouch Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOscar The Grouch Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOscar The Grouch Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with advanced care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to established reef systems prepared for the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and day-to-day consistency \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora corals\u003c\/a\u003e require.\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 brighter intensity, then maintain consistent lighting to support this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 material without leaving it in stagnant areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly and allow time to adjust before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but spacing helps prevent contact with neighboring corals as the colony develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Avoid making sudden changes to feeding routines or nutrient availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced SPS coral benefits from close observation and gradual adjustments; avoid rapid parameter corrections that can cause unnecessary stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, established reef with consistent husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334579790046,"sku":"K04-S2-10-28-01","price":65.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-k04-s2-10-28-01-9029624.jpg?v=1793393713","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/oscar-the-grouch-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k04-s2-10-28-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}