{"product_id":"robot-santa-claus-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls68-s1-9-01-09","title":"Robot Santa Claus Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRobot Santa Claus Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobot Santa Claus \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef systems. Selected as a WYSIWYG Acropora, this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e suits established reef aquariums where strong lighting, energetic water movement, and tightly managed stability can be maintained consistently over time.\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 Strong reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, random and turbulent flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but space for growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong reef lighting after a measured acclimation period. Increase exposure gradually to help the coral adjust while avoiding abrupt changes in intensity or placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the coral from changing directions. Avoid stagnant areas where detritus can settle or water movement remains weak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the specimen firmly and adjust its position only when needed to provide suitable light and turbulent flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for future growth even though Acropora is generally peaceful. Maintain practical spacing from neighboring corals so branches have space and do not create unwanted contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed carefully and avoid making sudden changes to the aquarium’s nutrient balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Observe polyp condition and response after any adjustment, and avoid rapid parameter corrections that can stress an advanced-care SPS coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, established reef with consistent high-energy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977200480478,"sku":"LS68-S1-9-01-09","price":65.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS68-S1-9-01-09.jpg?v=1788293113","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/robot-santa-claus-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls68-s1-9-01-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}