{"product_id":"ultra-grade-scolymia-australis","title":"Ultra Grade Scolymia Australis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe solitary doughnut coral, Scolymia australis, holds a dedicated place among large polyp stony corals for its symmetrical saucer shape and saturated pigments. Sourced predominantly from temperate and subtropical southern waters, these single-polyp corals have long been regarded as premium centrepieces in mixed reefs and LPS-dominant systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece measures approximately 5cm, presenting a full, rounded fleshy disc with pronounced radiating septal ridges beneath its translucent mantle. During the day, the polyp inflates generously to absorb available light, while after lights out it extends short feeding tentacles around the central oral disc to trap suspended particulates and meaty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare requirements are straightforward once placed in a stable environment. Scolymia thrive best on the sand bed or secured low on the rockwork under low to moderate lighting, generally around 50 to 100 PAR. Flow should be gentle and indirect, just enough to prevent detritus from settling on the tissue without causing the flesh to fold or tear against its hard skeleton. Maintain stable calcium between 400 and 450 ppm, alkalinity at 8 to 9 dKH, and magnesium near 1350 ppm. Weekly direct feeding with fine mysis or specialised LPS pellets encourages thick tissue development, though ensure adjacent corals are kept several centimetres away to prevent contact damage. Acclimate gradually to your lighting to prevent tissue bleaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG item, so you'll receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that colours can look slightly different in person than in photos, depending on your lighting and screen, and the size given is an approximate guide measured at the time of listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Marine Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67653989138487,"sku":"EMA-LPS-20261022-U2UJ","price":637.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/c9f15ef2-79b3-4b49-86f4-4de465e753a3-21-_MG_5395.jpg?v=1792694914","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/ultra-grade-scolymia-australis","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}