{"product_id":"stratosphere-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-e012-s1-8-18-09","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 suited to lower and middle reef placement. This WYSIWYG Stratosphere zoanthid Coral offers a practical soft-coral option for reef aquariums, with care suited to beginner through moderate experience levels. Its colony form works well where gradual acclimation and room to spread are planned.\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Start with gentler exposure and increase gradually as needed, allowing the coral time to acclimate to your aquarium’s lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate, varied flow. Gentle changing movement helps avoid stagnant areas without subjecting the colony to a constant direct blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Secure the frag where it can receive suitable light and flow, while leaving open substrate or rock space for future spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room around the colony because zoanthids are generally peaceful but can spread. Keep growth in mind when placing neighboring corals, especially on shared rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions and appropriate light and flow remain the main care priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the colony during acclimation. Adjust lighting gradually rather than making abrupt changes, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection during placement or maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan its placement carefully to accommodate gradual colony spread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48612693049566,"sku":"E012-S1-8-18-09","price":78.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/E012-S1-8-18-09.jpg?v=1787070362","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/stratosphere-zoanthid-coral-wysiwyg-e012-s1-8-18-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}