{"product_id":"tear-jerker-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h016-s1-11-06-05","title":"Tear Jerker Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTear Jerker Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTear Jerker Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora corals\u003c\/a\u003e require. Its individual appearance is represented by the WYSIWYG listing.\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 helps this Acropora settle into its placement without abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the coral from changing directions. This helps keep the branch structure flushed and avoids low-flow, stagnant areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Start with a secure position and adjust only as needed while it adapts to the aquarium’s lighting and circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but sensible spacing prevents crowding and reduces contact with neighboring corals as the colony develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, with feeding kept consistent with overall aquarium nutrient management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced coral responds best to deliberate maintenance and observation; avoid rapid parameter corrections or sudden changes to flow and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, established reef with attentive husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49372009791710,"sku":"H016-S1-11-06-05","price":154.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H016-S1-11-06-05.jpg?v=1793997415","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/tear-jerker-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h016-s1-11-06-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}