{"product_id":"red-bull-goniopora-coral-wysiwyg-ls61-s1-9-01-08","title":"Iron Bandit Goniopora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIron Bandit Goniopora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron Bandit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/goniopora\"\u003eGoniopora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Goniopora large-polyp stony coral with extended polyps. This WYSIWYG Goniopora is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate lighting, varied water movement, and consistent conditions. Its polyp extension needs open space and thoughtful placement among neighboring corals.\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 Moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate lighting. Begin with a gentle acclimation period, then observe extension and response before making placement or lighting adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow that keeps the polyps moving naturally. Avoid direct blasting flow, which can prevent comfortable extension and irritate the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with room for full polyp extension. Acclimate gradually and avoid positioning it where surrounding corals restrict its space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow extra spacing from neighboring corals because this semi-aggressive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e may compete with nearby specimens. Keep its extended polyps clear of potential contact points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional fine particulate foods to support this coral. Feed gently in a way that allows food to reach the polyps without excessive flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and avoid stripping the aquarium of all measurable nutrients. This moderate-to-advanced coral benefits from regular observation of polyp extension, placement, flow response, and interactions with nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable care, open space, and time to settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977412915422,"sku":"LS61-S1-9-01-08","price":48.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS61-S1-9-01-08.jpg?v=1788292909","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/red-bull-goniopora-coral-wysiwyg-ls61-s1-9-01-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}