{"product_id":"starscream-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g18-s2-9-25-06","title":"Starscream Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStarscream Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarscream \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with an advanced SPS care profile. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to established reef systems that can provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and day-to-day stability Acropora requires. Plan its location carefully and allow room as the branching structure develops.\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. Acclimate gradually to the intensity, then maintain consistent lighting rather than making abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow. Varied circulation helps keep the coral clean and avoids the stagnant conditions Acropora should not receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly where it receives strong light and broad, changing flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space for growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but its branching form needs clearance from nearby corals as it develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support. Fine coral foods can be offered optionally if they suit the established system’s feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e responds best to consistency, so observe it closely and avoid rapid parameter corrections or sudden changes in placement, flow, or light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept in a stable, established reef with deliberate placement and consistent care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49112075108574,"sku":"G18-S2-9-25-06","price":78.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/G18-S2-9-25-06.jpg?v=1790363656","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/starscream-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g18-s2-9-25-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}