{"product_id":"ultra-acanthophyllia-pea-hp-oc1910","title":"Ultra Acanthophyllia","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra Acanthophyllia, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia deshayesiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a large solitary fleshy stony coral known for its broad mantle, deeply folded tissue, prominent radial ridges, and single central mouth. This specimen displays vivid orange-gold outer tissue surrounding a rich purple to magenta center, with lighter pink highlights along the raised folds. When fully expanded, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia deshayesiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can develop a broad, fleshy profile that extends well beyond the underlying skeleton. The coral contains symbiotic photosynthetic dinoflagellates that provide much of its nutritional energy, while the large polyp is also capable of capturing appropriately sized meaty foods. Its combination of substantial size, dramatic tissue inflation, and intense coloration makes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e one of the most distinctive solitary corals for reef aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcanthophyllia deshayesiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e generally performs best under \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to moderate reef lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egentle to moderate, indirect water movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Strong direct flow can keep the tissue contracted or cause the fleshy mantle to rub against the skeleton, so a calmer placement is preferred. Position the coral on a stable, relatively flat surface with enough clearance that the expanded tissue will not contact sharp rockwork or neighboring corals. Maintain stable temperature and salinity along with consistent alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium to support skeletal health. Nitrate and phosphate should remain measurable and reasonably stable rather than being driven excessively low. Photosynthesis provides much of its energy, but occasional targeted feeding with appropriately sized marine-origin foods can provide supplemental nutrition. Allow generous room around the coral because the tissue can expand substantially beyond the visible skeleton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pacific East Aquaculture, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67721621373161,"sku":"HP OC1910","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2133\/7655\/files\/ultra-acanthophyllia-lps-coral-colonies-pea-HP-OC1910.jpg?v=1792456849","url":"https:\/\/pacificeastaquaculture.com\/products\/ultra-acanthophyllia-pea-hp-oc1910","provider":"Pacific East Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}