{"product_id":"tear-jerker-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h017-s1-11-06-8","title":"Tear Jerker Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTear Jerker Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTear Jerker \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef systems. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions associated with Acropora care.\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 the coral gradually to its intended intensity. Consistent lighting helps avoid unnecessary stress from abrupt changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas where detritus can settle.\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 and allow it time to adjust before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcropora is generally peaceful, but leave room around it for future growth. Avoid crowding nearby corals, which can limit water movement and create contact risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, while avoiding excessive feeding that can destabilize nutrient conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is advanced care: keep alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting highly stable. Watch for changes in appearance or polyp behavior, and make adjustments slowly rather than making rapid parameter corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest maintained in a stable, high-flow reef with consistent strong lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49372011200734,"sku":"H017-S1-11-06-8","price":154.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H017-S1-11-06-8.jpg?v=1793997442","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/tear-jerker-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-h017-s1-11-06-8","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}