{"product_id":"sick-and-twisted-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls04-s1-8-31-05","title":"Gold Branching Hammer Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGold Branching Hammer Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Branching \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eHammer Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a branching form and gold coloration. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e features gold coloration and the recognizable movement of hammer polyps in a reef aquarium. Its branching form can make a distinct focal point, but it needs thoughtful placement, gentle acclimation, and adequate room around it.\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 and introduce the coral gradually to its intended intensity. Watch polyp expansion as it settles, adjusting placement slowly if its response suggests the lighting is unsuitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow rather than a strong direct stream. Gentle, changing movement supports natural polyp extension, while direct flow may keep the fleshy polyps from expanding comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace this coral in lower to middle reef areas with room for full expansion. Acclimate it carefully into its permanent position, especially when changing lighting or water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave generous space between this semi-aggressive coral and nearby corals. Hammer corals have stinging potential, and expanded polyps may reach surrounding corals as they sway in changing flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer occasional meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, so stable conditions and observation of polyp expansion should remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels instead of making rapid adjustments. Monitor expansion, tissue condition, and its response to lighting and flow, then make any needed changes gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep conditions steady, flow indirect, and neighboring corals well spaced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977411375326,"sku":"LS04-S1-8-31-05","price":25.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS04-S1-8-31-05.jpg?v=1788286985","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/sick-and-twisted-hammer-coral-wysiwyg-ls04-s1-8-31-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}