{"product_id":"blue-cyphastrea-1","title":"Blue Cyphastrea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis striking Blue Cyphastrea features a vibrant blue base with subtly contrasting polyps, creating an eye-catching texture and coloration that will stand out in any reef aquarium. Its encrusting growth pattern can quickly cover rockwork, adding a dynamic and natural feel to your aquascape. The small, tightly packed polyps give it a unique appearance, different from many other SPS corals. This specific piece is WYSIWYG, ensuring you receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyphastrea corals are relatively hardy SPS corals, making them suitable for both experienced hobbyists and those new to SPS keeping. They thrive under moderate PAR levels, ideally between 150-250. Excessive lighting can cause bleaching, so start with lower light and gradually increase if needed. Moderate water flow is preferred, ensuring detritus is kept from settling on the coral while not being so strong as to cause tissue recession. Avoid direct, laminar flow and aim for turbulent, indirect flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement in the aquarium should be on stable rockwork, typically in the middle to upper regions of the tank where light and flow conditions are met. Ensure it has enough space to encrust without overshadowing other corals. While primarily photosynthetic, Cyphastrea can benefit from supplemental feeding of fine particulate foods like zooplankton or broadcast feeding with coral-specific foods. Aim for stable water parameters: Temperature 74-78F, Salinity 1.024-1.026, Alkalinity 8-10 dKH, Calcium 400-450 ppm, Magnesium 1300-1400 ppm, and Nitrates below 10 ppm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyphastrea corals are generally peaceful and do not exhibit strong aggression towards other corals. However, like all corals, ensure there is adequate space to prevent physical contact with more aggressive species as it grows. When introducing this coral to your aquarium, a standard drip acclimation process over 30-60 minutes is recommended to allow it to gradually adjust to your tank's water parameters. Ensure proper lighting and flow are established before placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Blue Cyphastrea is an excellent choice for adding a splash of electric blue to your reef. Its ease of care for an SPS coral, combined with its unique appearance and encrusting growth, makes it a rewarding addition that can quickly enhance the visual appeal and biodiversity of your marine ecosystem. Its resilience allows it to adapt well to various tank conditions, providing a stunning focal point with proper husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Marine Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42429159702583,"sku":"EMA-SPS-20260903-P5WM","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/4b55ab27-b469-429f-ac4b-4e066ea0ff99-_MG_4704.png?v=1788468795","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/blue-cyphastrea-1","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}