{"title":"$150+ LPS","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"blue-tip-gold-torch","title":"Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQUICK STATS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LPS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotosynthetic:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lower to Middle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate, Indirect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Varies by Frag \/ Head Count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Max Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colony Growth Depends on Stability, Space, and Feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGRADE A BLUE TIP GOLD TORCH CORAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a premium torch coral variety known for its bright gold to yellow-gold tentacles, contrasting blue to blue-green tips, and long flowing movement in reef aquariums. Depending on the specimen, lighting, and viewing angle, the tentacles may appear gold, yellow, metallic gold, green-gold, or bright chartreuse-gold, often with blue, teal, aqua, icy blue, or blue-green tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Corals are popular because they combine the classic movement of a torch coral with higher-end coloration and stronger contrast. “Grade A” usually refers to visual appeal, color intensity, tentacle brightness, tip contrast, extension, and overall collector value. It does not mean the coral is magically easier to keep. It just means the coral looks expensive while still expecting you to maintain stable water like a responsible adult, dreadful as that sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other torch corals, the Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral requires stable water chemistry, moderate lighting, and moderate indirect flow. It is not usually difficult once settled, but it does not appreciate unstable alkalinity, harsh direct flow, poor shipping recovery, or being placed too close to other corals. Torch corals look elegant, but they are still aggressive LPS corals with soft tissue, long tentacles, and an impressive commitment to personal space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coral is considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e due to its long tentacles and potential sweeper extension. It should be given plenty of space away from other corals. A healthy torch looks peaceful in the current right up until it reminds everything nearby that “premium” does not mean “polite.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Image is a representation of what to expect. The coral you receive may vary slightly in size, color intensity, tentacle length, blue tip coloration, gold intensity, head count, grade, and overall appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQUARIUM REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQUARIUM SIZE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA minimum aquarium size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 gallons or larger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is recommended for a Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral. Smaller aquariums can work if they are mature and stable, but larger systems provide better parameter stability and more room for proper coral spacing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTorch corals can expand significantly when healthy, so placement should account for both the skeleton size and the fully extended tentacles. A single-head frag that looks neat and contained on a plug can eventually become a waving gold property dispute with blue tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral is best placed in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elower to middle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e areas of the aquarium where it receives moderate light and indirect flow. Start lower if the coral is new, freshly shipped, or coming from lower lighting, then adjust slowly if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock Placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Place securely on stable rockwork or a frag holder where the skeleton will not rub against nearby rock or topple over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandbed Placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Temporary sandbed placement can work during acclimation, especially if light intensity is high. Make sure the coral is secure and not at risk of being knocked over by snails, conchs, fish, hermit crabs, or whatever cleanup crew member has chosen demolition as a personal calling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave several inches of space between this coral and neighboring corals. Torch corals can sting other LPS, soft corals, SPS, zoanthids, mushrooms, and basically anything foolish enough to exist too close.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTorch Gardens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Torch corals are often grouped with other torch corals, but compatibility is not guaranteed. Avoid crowding different torch varieties too tightly, especially premium pieces. Coral warfare is already expensive without turning it into assigned seating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATER PARAMETERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral does best in clean, stable reef conditions. Stability is more important than chasing perfect numbers. Sudden swings in alkalinity, salinity, temperature, or nutrients can cause retraction, tissue recession, poor extension, or rapid decline, because apparently coral expresses displeasure through financial damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75-79°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1-8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024-1.026 specific gravity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8-10 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400-450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250-1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-15 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.03-0.10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid ultra-low nutrient systems. Torch corals often do best with detectable nitrate and phosphate rather than a completely stripped tank. “Clean water” does not mean “nutritionally empty glass box,” even though reef keepers keep trying to make that mistake with terrifying confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLIGHTING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderate lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A general target range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75-175 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e works well for many torch corals, though some specimens can adapt higher if acclimated slowly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLIGHTING RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate PAR:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start around the lower to middle end of moderate lighting and adjust slowly based on extension and coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Acclimation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New torches should be acclimated gradually to stronger lighting. Sudden increases can cause stress, retraction, bleaching, or color loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor Display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Corals often show their best contrast under blue-heavy reef lighting, especially when the gold tentacles fluoresce against cooler blue or teal tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade Variation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grade A specimens generally show stronger gold intensity, better blue tip definition, fuller extension, or more collector-level contrast than lower-grade gold torch varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToo Much Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signs may include bleaching, pale tissue, retraction, reduced extension, or loss of gold intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToo Little Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signs may include dull coloration, weak growth, reduced energy, or poor expansion over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not place a fresh Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch directly under high-output lighting because you want it to “look like the photo.” That is not coral care. That is photon-based financial vandalism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATER FLOW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderate, indirect water flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The tentacles should sway naturally and rhythmically without being slammed in one direction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFLOW RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate, random, indirect flow that keeps the tentacles moving gently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Direct Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strong direct flow can cause the coral to retract, tear tissue, or rub against its skeleton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Dead Spots:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Too little flow can allow detritus to settle around the skeleton and may contribute to irritation or tissue problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch the Tentacles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Healthy flow should make the tentacles move like they are swaying, not like they are being bullied by a pressure washer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the torch is fully retracted, whipping violently, or only extending on one side, flow should be adjusted. The coral is giving feedback. Unfortunately, it communicates through tissue drama because efficient communication was apparently unavailable at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ephotosynthetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning it receives much of its energy from light through its symbiotic zooxanthellae. However, it can also benefit from occasional feeding with small meaty foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRIMARY DIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotosynthesis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Proper moderate lighting provides much of the coral’s energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast Feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The coral may capture small particles from the water column during regular fish and coral feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small pieces of mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine foods, LPS pellets, enriched brine shrimp, or other appropriate coral foods may be offered occasionally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmino Acids \/ Coral Nutrition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplemental coral nutrition can be used carefully in established systems, especially when nutrients are controlled but not stripped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFEEDING FREQUENCY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed lightly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-2 times per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if desired. Avoid overfeeding, especially in smaller aquariums, as excess food can raise nutrients and irritate the coral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not shove oversized food into the tentacles like the coral owes you premium growth because it was labeled Grade A. Small food, gentle feeding, minimal reef-keeper nonsense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch Coral is compatible with many reef aquariums, but it must be placed with enough space from other corals. Its long tentacles and aggressive sting make spacing extremely important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOMMON TANK MATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reef-safe fish such as clownfish, gobies, blennies, wrasses, tangs, cardinalfish, firefish, anthias, and other peaceful to semi-peaceful community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fish known to nip LPS corals, such as some angelfish, butterflyfish, filefish, puffers, and certain triggers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvertebrates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally safe with cleaner shrimp, snails, hermit crabs, urchins, and most common reef invertebrates. Large clumsy invertebrates may knock the coral over if it is not secured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep away from most neighboring corals, including hammers, frogspawn, torches, acans, chalices, zoanthids, mushrooms, favias, galaxea, and SPS unless spacing is carefully managed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Torches:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Can sometimes be kept near other torch corals, but aggression between different torch varieties is still possible. Give extra space when in doubt, because coral grudges are quiet, slow, and stupidly expensive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBEHAVIORAL NOTES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aggressive. Torch corals can sting nearby corals with extended tentacles or sweepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtension:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A healthy Grade A Blue Tip Gold Torch should show full, flowing tentacle extension once settled. Some new frags may take several days to fully open after shipping or transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tentacles may appear gold, yellow-gold, metallic gold, green-gold, chartreuse-gold, or bright yellow depending on lighting, stress, nutrients, and photography conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTip Coloration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tips may appear blue, icy blue, teal, aqua, turquoise, blue-green, or pale fluorescent depending on the specific specimen and lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade Meaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “Grade A” generally refers to visual grading, such as color intensity, tip contrast, head shape, extension, pattern, or overall collector appeal. It should not be used as a health grade unless explicitly stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Branching torch corals grow by forming new heads over time. Growth depends on stable alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, lighting, flow, and nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkeleton Safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid allowing the fleshy tissue to rub against rock, frag racks, plugs, or neighboring skeletons. Tissue damage can lead to infection or recession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown Jelly Risk:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Like other Euphyllia-type corals, torch corals can be vulnerable to bacterial issues such as brown jelly disease, especially after stress, damage, or poor shipping. Rapid tissue loss should be addressed quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDipping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral dipping before introduction is recommended to reduce pests and contaminants. Use coral-safe dips according to product directions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrag Handling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handle by the plug or skeleton, not the soft tissue. The tissue is delicate, because apparently the coral needed to be both premium and structurally dramatic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcclimation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New torches should be light-acclimated and placed in moderate indirect flow. Sudden changes can cause retraction or stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStinging Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Give this coral room to expand. A peaceful-looking torch at noon may become a tentacled menace by evening, because apparently the reef has office hours for violence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCLIMATION PROCESS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis acclimation method helps reduce stress by gradually introducing the coral to your aquarium’s temperature, lighting, and water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. DIM THE LIGHTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn down aquarium lights or place the coral in a shaded lower area at first. This helps reduce stress while the coral adjusts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. FLOAT THE BAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloat the sealed bag in the aquarium for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-20 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to allow the temperature in the bag to equalize with the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. OPEN BAG, ADD CORAL TO CONTAINER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully open the bag and transfer the coral and shipping water into a clean container. Handle the coral by the plug or skeleton, not the fleshy tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. ACCLIMATE USING TANK WATER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd small amounts of tank water to the container every few minutes for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20-30 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avoid exposing the coral tissue to air longer than necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. CORAL DIP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a coral-safe dip according to the product instructions. This can help reduce pests and contaminants before the coral enters your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. TRANSFER CORAL TO AQUARIUM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the coral in a lower to middle area with moderate indirect flow. Discard the shipping and dip water. Do not pour shipping water or dip water into your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7. LIGHT ACCLIMATE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the coral to adjust gradually over several days to weeks before moving it into brighter light. Watch for extension, coloration, tissue health, and feeding response before making major placement changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Summit City Coral","offers":[{"title":"1 Head Frag","offer_id":40863700156463,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Heads Frag","offer_id":47209380970779,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Heads Frag","offer_id":52321952268571,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Colony","offer_id":50179694199067,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/5100\/5999\/files\/IMG_1065.jpg?v=1780959233"},{"product_id":"acanthophyllia","title":"Multicolor Acanthophyllia Deshayesiana Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQUICK STATS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LPS \/ Meat Coral \/ Acanthophyllia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia deshayesiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotosynthetic:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lower to Middle \/ Sandbed Preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to Moderate \/ Moderate Once Acclimated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to Moderate, Indirect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Varies by Specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Max Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expansion Depends on Stability, Feeding, Space, Lighting, and Flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMULTICOLOR ACANTHOPHYLLIA DESHAYESIANA CORAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a large, fleshy LPS coral known for its dramatic inflated tissue, bright mixed coloration, and centerpiece appearance. Depending on the specimen and lighting, it may show combinations of red, orange, yellow, green, teal, blue, purple, pink, gold, rainbow, or marbled multicolor patterning across the tissue, mouth, ridges, and outer rim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coral is commonly identified as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia deshayesiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is often called a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeat Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoughnut Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButton Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These names are charming in the same way a clownfish named “Tax Deduction” would be charming. Not elegant, but somehow still correct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Corals are popular because they offer huge fleshy expansion, bold color, and a premium LPS look without needing harsh SPS-style conditions. They work especially well as lower-placement showpieces in mixed reefs, LPS gardens, and open sandbed areas where their tissue can expand without rubbing against rock or nearby corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Multicolor Acanthophyllia Coral is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ephotosynthetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but it also benefits from occasional feeding. Regular feeding with small meaty foods can help support tissue fullness, coloration, resilience, and long-term health. This coral is slow-growing, so do not expect it to suddenly double like a weed. It is more of a luxury reef pancake with a long-term investment strategy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coral is considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It has fleshy tissue and can damage or be damaged by nearby corals. It may also extend feeding tentacles when food is present or after dark. Give it space from other corals, especially aggressive LPS with long sweepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Image is a representation of what to expect. The coral you receive may vary slightly in size, color pattern, mouth coloration, tissue inflation, rim color, marbling, and overall appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQUARIUM REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQUARIUM SIZE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA minimum aquarium size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 gallons or larger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is recommended for Multicolor Acanthophyllia Coral, though larger mature reef systems are preferred. Larger aquariums provide better water stability, more sandbed space, and more room for full tissue expansion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia can expand significantly when healthy, so placement space matters. Do not wedge it between rocks or place it where fleshy tissue can rub against sharp surfaces. This coral is not built for cramped real estate. It is built to sit there looking expensive and judging the rest of the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral is best placed on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esandbed or lower rockwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where it receives low to moderate lighting and gentle indirect flow. Sandbed placement is usually preferred because it protects the fleshy tissue from rock abrasion and gives the coral room to expand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandbed Placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Usually the best option. Place the coral on a clean, stable sandbed area where it will not be buried, flipped, or irritated by sand movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock Placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Possible only if the surface is smooth, stable, and does not press into the coral’s fleshy tissue. Avoid sharp rock edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen Space:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave room around the coral for full expansion. Acanthophyllia can inflate much larger than its skeleton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave several inches between this coral and nearby corals. Avoid aggressive neighbors such as torches, hammers, frogspawn, galaxea, chalices, favias, and other stinging LPS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid High SPS Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not place this coral in intense light and strong flow meant for Acropora. That is not premium care. That is expensive tissue harassment with equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATER PARAMETERS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral needs stable reef conditions. Stability is more important than chasing exact numbers. Sudden swings in alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, or lighting can cause poor inflation, fading, tissue recession, mouth gaping, or long-term decline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75-79°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1-8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024-1.026 specific gravity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8-10 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400-450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250-1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-15 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.03-0.10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia are stony corals, so calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium still matter. They are not usually fast skeleton builders, but unstable chemistry can still cause stress. Slow growth does not mean zero standards, annoyingly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid ultra-low nutrient systems with this coral. Acanthophyllia often look better and inflate more fully with some available nutrients and occasional feeding. Sterile reef water may sound clean, but to fleshy LPS it can feel like being asked to thrive inside a polished desert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLIGHTING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral generally prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to moderate lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, though some specimens may adapt to moderate lighting once settled. A general target range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75-150 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e works well for many Acanthophyllia corals, with careful acclimation if moving higher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLIGHTING RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow to Moderate PAR:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50-100 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if newly added, especially if the coral is freshly shipped or coming from lower light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once settled, many Multicolor Acanthophyllia Corals do well around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75-150 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Some may tolerate higher moderate lighting if acclimated slowly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradual Acclimation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Increase light slowly over several days to weeks. Sudden increases can cause bleaching, shrinking, fading, or refusal to inflate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor Display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multicolor Acanthophyllia often shows its best red, orange, yellow, green, teal, purple, pink, and rainbow tones under moderate reef lighting with a blue-heavy spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToo Much Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signs may include bleaching, faded color, tight tissue, gaping mouth, tissue recession, or repeated shrinking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToo Little Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signs may include dull coloration, reduced feeding response, weak inflation, or slow decline over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not place a fresh Multicolor Acanthophyllia directly under a light cannon because the colors looked expensive. That is not reef keeping. That is using photons as a blunt instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATER FLOW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral prefers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to moderate indirect flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Flow should be enough to keep debris from settling on the coral, but not so strong that the fleshy tissue is pulled, folded, or pressed against the skeleton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFLOW RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to moderate, indirect, gently varied flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Direct Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strong direct flow can cause poor inflation, tissue irritation, exposed skeleton, or recession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Dead Spots:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Too little flow can allow detritus to collect around the coral, especially near the mouth or folded tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch Tissue Movement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Healthy flow should create gentle movement without causing the coral to fold, whip, or stay tightly contracted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lower flow briefly during target feeding if needed so the coral can capture food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal is gentle water movement, not power-washing the coral like patio furniture. Somehow, in reef keeping, this distinction remains necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ephotosynthetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but it benefits strongly from occasional feeding. Feeding can help support tissue inflation, coloration, recovery, and long-term condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRIMARY DIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotosynthesis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to moderate reef lighting provides baseline energy through symbiotic zooxanthellae.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offer small meaty foods when feeding tentacles are visible or when the mouth shows a feeding response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrozen Food:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped shrimp, chopped clam, chopped scallop, reef blends, and other small marine-based foods can be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepared Coral Foods:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LPS pellets, soft sinking pellets, powdered coral foods, and suspended coral nutrition may be accepted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmino Acids \/ Coral Nutrition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amino acids and LPS coral supplements can be used carefully in established systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use small pieces. Large chunks can be rejected, regurgitated, or rot before digestion, because even a meat coral does not need an actual steak dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFEEDING FREQUENCY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-2 times per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for maintenance and condition. More frequent feeding may increase tissue fullness or growth, but it can also raise nutrients if the aquarium cannot process the added food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn down flow briefly during feeding if needed. Allow the coral time to grab and swallow food before restoring normal flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulticolor Acanthophyllia Coral works well in mixed reef and LPS-focused aquariums when placed with proper spacing, gentle flow, moderate light, and protection from aggressive neighbors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOMMON TANK MATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reef-safe fish such as clownfish, gobies, blennies, wrasses, cardinalfish, firefish, tangs, anthias, and other peaceful to semi-peaceful community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fish known to nip fleshy LPS corals, such as some angelfish, butterflyfish, puffers, filefish, and certain triggers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvertebrates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally safe with cleaner shrimp, snails, hermit crabs, and other common reef invertebrates. Some shrimp may steal food during target feeding because tiny crustacean crime is apparently part of the reef ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep away from aggressive corals such as torches, hammers, frogspawn, galaxea, favias, chalices, acans, hydnophora, and other stinging LPS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLPS Garden Placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Can be used as a centerpiece in an LPS garden, but do not allow neighboring coral tissue or sweepers to touch it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandbed Neighbors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave enough open sandbed around the coral for full expansion. This coral may inflate beyond the visible skeleton, because apparently “personal space” also applies to reef pancakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBEHAVIORAL NOTES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive. It may damage or be damaged by nearby corals through tissue contact or nighttime feeding extension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large solitary fleshy polyp over a hard skeleton. Growth is usually slow compared with many other stony corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May show red, orange, yellow, green, teal, blue, purple, pink, gold, rainbow, or marbled multicolor patterning depending on the specimen, lighting, nutrients, and photography conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTissue Inflation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Healthy Acanthophyllia should inflate with full fleshy tissue when settled. Poor inflation may indicate too much light, too much flow, unstable parameters, pests, irritation, or hunger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMouth Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The mouth should usually remain closed or only open during feeding. A persistently gaping mouth can be a stress sign.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding Tentacles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feeding tentacles may appear at night or when food is in the water. This is normal and useful for target feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkeleton Safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid placing the coral where fleshy tissue is pressed against sharp rock, coral skeletons, or rough frag racks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTissue Recession:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Receding tissue can be caused by excessive light, harsh flow, unstable alkalinity, aggression, pests, starvation, or physical damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor Shifts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acanthophyllia can shift coloration under different lighting intensity and spectrum. A multicolor specimen may look different under white-heavy, blue-heavy, LED, or T5 lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow Growth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This coral is generally slow-growing. Expect long-term stability and tissue health before expecting dramatic skeletal expansion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDipping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral dipping before introduction may be used carefully with coral-safe dips according to product instructions. Avoid harsh dips, extended dips, or aggressive handling that could damage the fleshy tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePest Awareness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inspect carefully for flatworms, nudibranchs, algae, vermetid snails, sponge growth, and other hitchhikers before placing into the display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrag Handling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handle by the underside, base, or skeleton whenever possible. Avoid touching, squeezing, or scraping the fleshy tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement Reality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This coral can become a stunning multicolor centerpiece, but it needs room, gentle flow, stable water, and careful handling. It looks like a soft reef pillow, but underneath is a skeleton and a quiet capacity for expensive disappointment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eACCLIMATION PROCESS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis acclimation method helps reduce stress by gradually introducing the coral to your aquarium’s temperature, lighting, and water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. DIM THE LIGHTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn down aquarium lights or place the coral in a shaded lower area at first. This helps reduce stress while the coral adjusts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. FLOAT THE BAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloat the sealed bag in the aquarium for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-20 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to allow the temperature in the bag to equalize with the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. OPEN BAG, ADD CORAL TO CONTAINER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully open the bag and transfer the coral and shipping water into a clean container. Handle the coral by the base or skeleton rather than touching, squeezing, or scraping the fleshy tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. ACCLIMATE USING TANK WATER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd small amounts of tank water to the container every few minutes for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20-30 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avoid exposing the coral tissue to air longer than necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. CORAL DIP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a coral-safe dip carefully according to the product instructions. Keep the dip gentle and avoid excessive time in dip solution. Inspect carefully for pests, algae, sponge growth, tissue damage, and hitchhikers before the coral enters your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. TRANSFER CORAL TO AQUARIUM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the coral on the sandbed or a smooth lower area with gentle indirect flow and lower lighting at first. Discard the shipping and dip water. Do not pour shipping water or dip water into your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7. LIGHT ACCLIMATE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the coral to adjust gradually over several days to weeks before moving it into brighter light. Watch for tissue inflation, coloration, mouth condition, feeding response, and any signs of recession before making major placement changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Summit City Coral","offers":[{"title":"WYSIWYG Gold","offer_id":52109461684507,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"WYSIWYG Purple","offer_id":52109461717275,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"WYSIWYG Green and Red","offer_id":52109461750043,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"WYSIWYG Small Green and Purple","offer_id":52323575005467,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"WYSIWYG Small Green","offer_id":52323578020123,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/5100\/5999\/files\/7CD1F403-86DE-4BB3-B3EB-9682426308A2.jpg?v=1769228393"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.summitcitycoral.com\/collections\/rare-coral-copy-1.oembed","provider":"Summit City Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}