{"product_id":"paletta-pink-tip-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k03-s2-10-28-03","title":"Paletta Pink Tip Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePaletta Pink Tip Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaletta Pink Tip \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with pink tips. This WYSIWYG Acropora coral is suited to established reef systems able to provide the strong lighting, turbulent flow, and close parameter stability that advanced SPS care requires.\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 and acclimate gradually to its final intensity. Consistent lighting is important, so avoid sudden changes once the coral is settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid dead spots where detritus can collect or flow that remains fixed on one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly and introduce it gradually to stronger light and flow rather than moving it abruptly.\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 and keeps flow available throughout the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, while keeping nutrient conditions stable and avoiding excessive feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is advanced SPS care: keep alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting highly stable. Observe polyp condition and tissue daily, and make corrections slowly rather than responding with rapid parameter changes.\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":49334578807006,"sku":"K03-S2-10-28-03","price":65.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/paletta-pink-tip-acropora-coral-k03-s2-10-28-03-3915437.jpg?v=1793393766","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/paletta-pink-tip-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-k03-s2-10-28-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}