{"product_id":"red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls010-s1-8-31-11","title":"ARC Fireworks Clove Polyps","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARC Fireworks Clove Polyps - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Fireworks \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/clove-polyps\"\u003eClove Polyps\u003c\/a\u003e is a clove-polyp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e. This WYSIWYG clove polyp soft coral offers the gentle movement associated with its extended polyps while fitting a range of reef aquarium layouts. Its care needs suit keepers looking for a beginner-to-moderate soft coral option.\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 Peaceful but capable of spreading\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. Start with gentler exposure during acclimation, then observe polyp extension and adjust placement gradually if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate varied flow. Enough movement helps keep the polyps moving naturally, while harsh direct flow should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Acclimate gradually and secure it where its spreading growth can be monitored and managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it with appropriate room to spread. It is generally peaceful, but clove polyps can expand across nearby rockwork and may crowd neighboring corals over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Fine suspended foods may be accepted, but stable reef conditions remain the primary focus for routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and make changes gradually, especially after introduction. Watch polyp extension, placement, and nearby growth regularly, then adjust flow, lighting, or available space without abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan its placement with future spreading growth in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977127506142,"sku":"LS010-S1-8-31-11","price":25.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS010-S1-8-31-11.jpg?v=1788287634","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls010-s1-8-31-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}