{"product_id":"sick-and-twisted-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-k1-s1-9-11-08","title":"Sick \u0026 Twisted Hammer Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSick \u0026amp; Twisted Hammer Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSick \u0026amp; Twisted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eHammer Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with long flowing polyps and glowing centers. This moderate-care \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e brings the characteristic movement of a hammer coral to a reef aquarium. Its flowing polyps and vibrant coloration make it well suited to reef keepers prepared to provide stable conditions and appropriate spacing.\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, indirect and 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate lighting. Start with a gentler position during acclimation, then observe polyp expansion and adjust placement gradually if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should keep the polyps moving naturally without blasting the coral or preventing full expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to acclimate after introduction, and choose a location where its expanding polyps have clear surrounding space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep generous space around this semi-aggressive coral. Hammer corals can extend and sting nearby corals, especially as they expand, so avoid close placement beside sensitive neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feeding can be done carefully when polyps are expanded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid adjustments. Regularly watch for polyp expansion, changes in flow response, and signs that nearby corals are encroaching on its space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, indirect flow, and room to expand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023530959070,"sku":"K1-S1-9-11-08","price":45.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/sick-twisted-hammer-coral-k1-s1-9-11-08-4647349.jpg?v=1789163593","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/sick-and-twisted-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-k1-s1-9-11-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}