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Maze Brain Platygyra Coral Frag

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Sizing: Approx. 1.25 inch
A bright WYSIWYG Maze Brain Platygyra frag with neon green ridges, burgundy-red valley accents, and hardy reef aquarium care.
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This coral is "WYSIWYG" - What You See Is What You Get -
 It is the exact coral you will receive
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Description and Aquarium Care

Maze Brain Platygyra, Platygyra sp., is a colorful stony coral known for its thick meandering ridges, deep valleys, and classic maze-like brain coral structure. This WYSIWYG frag features bright neon green tissue with darker burgundy-red valley accents and fine ridged texture, creating strong contrast and depth under reef lighting. Platygyra corals are popular with reef hobbyists because they offer hardy growth, bold texture, and attractive color contrast in established reef aquariums.

Care Guide: Platygyra sp. generally does best in moderate lighting and low to moderate indirect water flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can irritate the tissue or prevent natural expansion. Place this frag on stable rockwork or a lower reef area with room around it, as maze brain corals may extend sweeper tentacles and sting nearby corals. Maintain stable alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, and temperature. This coral is photosynthetic but benefits from occasional target feeding with small meaty foods, mysis, or quality coral foods when feeding tentacles are visible.

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General Care for Mixed Reef Tanks

Lighting

Lighting

Aim for moderate, well-distributed lighting that supports both LPS and SPS—enough intensity for growth without overwhelming more light-sensitive species.

Flow

Flow

Water flow should be varied and indirect, creating a gentle, chaotic movement that keeps detritus suspended while allowing fleshy corals to expand naturally.

Feeding

Feeding

Feed lightly but regularly with a mix of fine particulate Live Foods and occasional meaty foods to support overall health without overloading nutrients.

Parameters

Parameters

Most importantly, maintain stable water parameters—temperature 76–80°F, salinity ~1.025, alkalinity 8–9 dKH, calcium 400–450 ppm, and magnesium 1250–1350 ppm.
A successful mixed reef tank is built on balance and consistency. 
Stability, more than perfection, is what drives long-term success in any reef aquarium.
— Dr. Mac, Pacific East Aquaculture

Order FAQs  

About Our Facility

Q: Are your corals aquacultured?
A: Yes. Many of our corals are grown in our Maryland Certified & Licensed Coral Aquaculture Facility.

Q: Why choose aquacultured corals?
A: Aquacultured corals are:
- More sustainable
- Better adapted to aquarium life
- Typically hardier than wild specimens

Q: Who selects and grows your corals?
A: Our corals are grown and curated by Dr. Mac a Board Certified Veterinary Pathologist with decades of hands-on reef experience.

Ordering & Shipping

Q: What does WYSIWYG mean?
A: “What You See Is What You Get.” The exact coral shown in the photo is the one you will receive.

Q: Can I request a specific color or variation?
A: For WYSIWYG items, what’s pictured is what you get. For non-WYSIWYG items, we do our best to match color and size, but natural variation occurs.

Q: Can I combine multiple orders to save on shipping?
A: Yes—contact us before shipping and we’ll consolidate when possible.

Q: How are corals and fish shipped safely?
A: We use insulated boxes, temperature control (heat/cold packs), and overnight delivery to ensure safe arrival.

Q: What days do you ship?
A: Typically Monday–Wednesday to avoid weekend delays.

Q: Do I need to be home for delivery?
A: Yes—someone should be available to receive livestock immediately.

Q: What if my coral or fish arrives dead (DOA)?
A: Contact us within a specified timeframe (e.g., 2 hours) with clear photos, and we will resolve it quickly.

Q: What voids the guarantee?
A: Missed deliveries, improper acclimation, or delays beyond our control.

Live Arrival Guarantee

Q: What if my coral or fish arrives dead (DOA)?
A: Contact us within a specified timeframe (e.g., 2 hours) with clear photos, and we will resolve it quickly.

Q: What voids the guarantee?
A: Missed deliveries, improper acclimation, or delays beyond our control.

Acclimation & First 24 Hours

Q: How do I acclimate new livestock?
A: Float to match temperature, then drip acclimate before placing in tank.

Q: Should I dip corals before adding them?
A: Yes but be careful, coral dips help prevent pests but use caution. Certain corals might benefit from a short quarantine period instead of a dip so as to further stressing them.

Q: Why does my coral look closed or stressed?
A: This is normal after shipping—most corals open within 24–72 hours.

Aquarium Setup & Compatibility

Q: Where should I place my coral in the tank?
A: Placement depends on the coral type (LPS, SPS, soft). Lighting and flow requirements vary—check each product description.

Q: Can different corals touch each other?
A: Many corals have sweeper tentacles and can sting neighbors. Always allow space.

Q: How fast will my coral grow?
A: Growth depends on species, lighting, water quality, and feeding.

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