{"product_id":"starscream-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g20-s2-9-25-08","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 advanced SPS care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acropora is suited to established reef systems that can provide strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistently stable conditions. Its care needs call for attentive husbandry rather than rapid adjustments.\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 and acclimate gradually to the intended intensity. Consistent lighting is important for this Acropora, especially when moving it into a new reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong, random, turbulent flow that keeps water moving around the coral. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas, and position it where circulation remains varied rather than directed from one constant angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Begin with a secure position and adjust placement carefully as it adapts to the lighting and flow in your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally peaceful, but leave room around it for growth. Give neighboring corals adequate spacing so expanding branches do not crowd them over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods can be offered optionally, while keeping feeding practices consistent with stable nutrient management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections, and observe the coral closely after any system or placement change. This advanced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e is best kept in a reef with dependable day-to-day stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to a stable, established reef with attentive SPS-focused care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49112092967134,"sku":"G20-S2-9-25-08","price":68.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/G20-S2-9-25-08.jpg?v=1790363710","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/starscream-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-g20-s2-9-25-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}