{"product_id":"sick-and-twisted-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-d015-s1-10-06-05","title":"Sick And Twisted Hammer Euphyllia Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSick And Twisted Hammer Euphyllia Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSick And Twisted Hammer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/euphyllia\"\u003eEuphyllia Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Euphyllia hammer coral with LPS care requirements. This WYSIWYG hammer coral is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate care, stable conditions, and room for its polyps to expand without contacting nearby 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, 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. Acclimate gradually to its final intensity and watch polyp expansion as it settles into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should gently move the polyps without blasting the coral with a strong direct stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with adequate open space, then allow time for the coral to adjust before making placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this semi-aggressive coral ample spacing from neighbors. Its polyps expand and may sting nearby corals, so avoid contact and account for its reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional meaty foods can be offered, but feeding is optional. Keep portions modest and observe the coral’s response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid corrections. Regularly observe expansion, tissue condition, flow exposure, and nearby coral spacing, adjusting gradually when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent conditions and thoughtful spacing support long-term \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/blogs\/custom-rock-structures\/hammer-coral-care-beginner-basics\"\u003ehammer coral care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49156144169182,"sku":"D015-S1-10-06-05","price":41.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/sick-and-twisted-hammer-euphyllia-coral-d015-s1-10-06-05-5844402.jpg?v=1791353587","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/sick-and-twisted-hammer-euphyllia-coral-wysiwyg-d015-s1-10-06-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}