{"product_id":"viper-strike-asian-acan-coral-wysiwyg-d02-s1-8-26-09","title":"Viper Strike Asian Acan Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViper Strike Asian Acan Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViper Strike Asian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/micromussa-lordhowensis\"\u003eAcan Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral. This WYSIWYG acan coral is suited to reef keepers seeking a fleshy-polyp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/lps-corals\"\u003eLPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e with the product-specific coloration and glowing centers shown for this piece. Its moderate care needs reward steady conditions and thoughtful placement.\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 indirect 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 Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Begin with gentler exposure and increase only gradually if needed, avoiding sudden changes that can stress the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle, varied movement helps keep debris from settling without blasting the fleshy polyps with direct current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas with room around the colony. Acclimate gradually to its final light and flow rather than making abrupt placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive LPS coral can sting nearby specimens, so avoid close contact and monitor its reach as it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional small meaty foods can be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feeding gently in lower flow can help keep food near the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and observe the coral after any system or placement adjustment. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, and keep its surrounding area clear of debris and encroaching neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this acan stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48646121357534,"sku":"D02-S1-8-26-09","price":57.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/D02-S1-8-26-09.jpg?v=1787762513","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/viper-strike-asian-acan-coral-wysiwyg-d02-s1-8-26-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}