{"product_id":"purple-hornets-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-h013-s1-11-06-1","title":"Purple Hornets Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePurple Hornets Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Hornets \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e for reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Purple Hornets Zoanthid offers the compact polyp form associated with zoanthids and suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral for lower to middle areas of the aquascape.\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 Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate varied 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 Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to lighting changes, then observe the colony’s response before adjusting its position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Gentle changing movement helps keep the colony clear without subjecting it to constant direct current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a stable mounting location and allow time to adjust after introduction or relocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it spaced with its ability to spread in mind. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but colonies can expand onto nearby rockwork and crowd neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, which can be offered selectively without relying on feeding as a required care step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually. Watch polyp response during acclimation and ongoing care, especially after adjusting light, flow, or placement. Handle zoanthids carefully and use appropriate eye and skin protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical soft coral choice for a carefully planned reef layout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49371991277790,"sku":"H013-S1-11-06-1","price":25.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H013-S1-11-06-1.jpg?v=1793997340","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/purple-hornets-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-h013-s1-11-06-1","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}