{"product_id":"purple-monster-zoanthiod-coral-wysiwyg-k8-s1-9-11-04","title":"Purple Monster Zoanthiod Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePurple Monster Zoanthiod Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Monster Zoanthiod Coral is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e with a WYSIWYG specimen listing. This Purple Monster zoanthid is offered as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e, so the listed specimen is the one you receive. Its soft-coral care profile suits reef keepers seeking a lower-light placement option with straightforward, observant care.\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 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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt light changes, then observe polyp response and adjust placement only as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate varied flow. Gentle, shifting movement helps keep the colony clear without subjecting its polyps to constant direct blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a stable mounting spot and allow time to adjust after introduction or any lighting change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it spaced with future growth in mind. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthids\u003c\/a\u003e are generally peaceful, but the colony can spread 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 if desired without relying on feeding as a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and watch for normal polyp opening and overall response. Make lighting changes gradually, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during placement, maintenance, or fragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical soft coral choice for lower to middle reef placement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023531024606,"sku":"K8-S1-9-11-04","price":40.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K8-S1-9-11-04.jpg?v=1789148184","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/purple-monster-zoanthiod-coral-wysiwyg-k8-s1-9-11-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}