{"product_id":"zoanthid-mixed-plug-coral-wysiwyg-h011-s1-11-06-08","title":"Zoanthid Mixed Coral Plug","description":"\u003ch2\u003eZoanthid Mixed Coral Plug - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoanthid Mixed Coral Plug is a zoanthid-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e presented as a mixed coral plug. This WYSIWYG zoanthid mixed coral plug offers a practical way to add varied zoanthid polyps to a reef aquarium. Its soft-coral care profile suits reef keepers seeking low to moderate light and gentle, varied movement.\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, and acclimate gradually when introducing it to brighter conditions. Slow adjustment helps the coral settle without an abrupt change in light exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate, varied water flow. Gentle movement across the plug helps keep debris from settling while avoiding a constant, forceful stream directed at the polyps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a location that matches its lower-light preference, then adjust placement gradually if the coral’s response suggests a change is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it in a generally peaceful area with room to spread. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/zoanthid\"\u003eZoanthids\u003c\/a\u003e can expand across nearby surfaces, so leave space between the plug and corals you do not want covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Some colonies may accept fine foods, but stable reef conditions and appropriate lighting and flow remain the primary day-to-day care considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the plug as it acclimates. Make lighting changes gradually, keep the area free of accumulating debris, and handle zoanthids carefully with appropriate eye and skin protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow time for acclimation before making major placement or lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49371998322910,"sku":"H011-S1-11-06-08","price":45.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H011-S1-11-06-08.jpg?v=1793997294","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/zoanthid-mixed-plug-coral-wysiwyg-h011-s1-11-06-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}