{"product_id":"yoda-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls64-s1-9-01-07","title":"Yoda Acropora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eyoda Acropora Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eyoda \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/acropora\"\u003eAcropora Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with advanced reef-care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acropora coral is suited to established reef systems where strong lighting, turbulent water movement, and consistently stable conditions can be maintained. Its SPS care needs call for attentive observation and measured adjustments.\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 its final intensity. Consistent light is important, so avoid sudden lighting changes once the coral is settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong, random, turbulent flow that keeps water moving around the branches. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas where detritus can collect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Begin with a suitable location and make placement changes gradually while it adjusts to light and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for growth around neighboring corals. Acropora is generally peaceful, but spacing helps maintain water movement and avoids contact as branches develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on strong lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, with attention to overall nutrient stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections, and watch for changes in appearance or polyp response after any system adjustment. This is an advanced-care \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/sps-corals\"\u003eSPS coral\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept in a stable, established reef with deliberate, consistent care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977140809950,"sku":"LS64-S1-9-01-07","price":65.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS64-S1-9-01-07.jpg?v=1788292983","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/yoda-acropora-coral-wysiwyg-ls64-s1-9-01-07","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}