{"product_id":"skittles-bomb-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-f03-s1-8-21-01","title":"Skittles Bomb Cyphastrea Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSkittles Bomb Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkittles Bomb \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/cyphastrea\"\u003eCyphastrea Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an encrusting stony coral with a spreading growth form. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea is suited to reef keepers planning space for an encrusting coral to establish across a stable surface. Its care centers on moderate conditions, thoughtful placement, and keeping nearby corals clear of future growth.\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 Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle reef areas with growth room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can overgrow neighbors\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 low to moderate lighting. Start with a gentler position during acclimation, then observe its response before making changes to exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the coral clean without concentrating force on one area for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas on a stable mounting surface. Leave open room around the frag for encrusting growth as it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow spacing from neighboring corals. Cyphastrea is generally peaceful, but its encrusting growth can gradually overgrow nearby corals when placement is too tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed lightly and observe how the coral responds within the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent reef conditions and avoid frequent placement changes while new growth establishes. Check that the mounting surface remains secure, debris does not settle on the coral, and surrounding corals have adequate room as it spreads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan its placement early so its encrusting growth has room to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48627276873950,"sku":"F03-S1-8-21-01","price":42.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/F02-S1-8-21-01.jpg?v=1787332271","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/skittles-bomb-cyphastrea-coral-wysiwyg-f03-s1-8-21-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}