{"product_id":"stratosphere-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-b05-s1-10-27-02","title":"Stratosphere Zoanthid Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStratosphere Zoanthid Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratosphere \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthid Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e with glowing centers and vibrant coloration. This soft coral is suited to reef keepers seeking a colorful zoanthid frag for lower to middle areas of the aquarium. Its WYSIWYG listing lets buyers view the exact piece offered.\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 Low to moderate 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 Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting, then acclimate gradually to its final intensity. Slow adjustment helps avoid unnecessary stress when introducing it to an established reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate, varied water flow. Gentle changing movement helps keep the colony clear without subjecting its polyps to a constant direct blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with room to grow outward. Begin with a conservative location and adjust only after it has had time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep space around the colony and monitor its spread over nearby rockwork. Zoanthids are generally peaceful, but they can expand and compete with neighboring corals for available surface area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional under stable reef conditions. Some colonies may accept fine foods, but feeding should remain light and avoid leaving excess food in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe polyp extension and overall appearance as it acclimates. Handle zoanthids carefully, using appropriate eye and skin protection, and make lighting or placement changes gradually rather than all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow time for acclimation and monitor its spread as the colony settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334577299678,"sku":"B05-S1-10-27-02","price":104.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/stratosphere-zoanthid-coral-b05-s1-10-27-02-6665478.jpg?v=1793393773","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/stratosphere-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-b05-s1-10-27-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}