{"product_id":"pink-zipper-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k6-s1-9-11-05","title":"Pink Zipper Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePink Zipper Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Zipper \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/micromussa-lordhowensis\"\u003eMicromussa\u003c\/a\u003e or acan large-polyp stony coral offered as a WYSIWYG specimen. Despite its trade name, this WYSIWYG coral follows Micromussa and acan care guidance. The listed specimen is the one you will receive, making it a practical choice for reef keepers planning placement around its moderate-care needs.\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 Low to 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 Semi-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. Start in gentler light and increase exposure gradually only if needed, avoiding sudden lighting changes that can stress fleshy coral tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle movement helps keep debris from settling while avoiding direct, forceful flow that can irritate the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the lower to middle reef areas. Acclimate gradually to its final location, particularly when moving it into brighter light or stronger water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space from nearby corals because this is a semi-aggressive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e. Moderate placement and thoughtful spacing help reduce contact and potential stinging issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional small meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Keep portions modest and observe the coral’s response before making feeding part of regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and make adjustments slowly. Watch for changes in tissue appearance, inflation, and response to flow, then correct placement or water movement gradually rather than making abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate room from neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023526535390,"sku":"K6-S1-9-11-05","price":35.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/pink-zipper-zoanthid-coral-k6-s1-9-11-05-1702603.jpg?v=1789163767","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/pink-zipper-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-k6-s1-9-11-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}