{"title":"Plate Corals","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePlate corals are stunning free-living LPS corals known for their bold colors, flowing tentacles, and distinctive round or elongated shapes. Often called Fungia or disk corals, they make an eye-catching centerpiece on the sand bed and can display excellent movement during feeding.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlate corals are available in a wide range of colors and patterns, including greens, oranges, purples, pinks, and multicolor varieties. Because they naturally expand and may move slightly, they should be placed on an open area of the sand bed with enough room away from rocks and neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand Bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photosynthetic and Carnivorous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlate corals receive much of their energy from aquarium lighting but benefit from occasional feedings of finely chopped meaty foods, mysis shrimp, or quality coral food. Stable reef parameters, appropriate calcium and alkalinity levels, and sufficient spacing will help support healthy growth and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Infinity and Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery coral is carefully selected for health, color, and overall quality. We work with trusted suppliers and use secure livestock packaging to help your coral arrive safely and ready for acclimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Coral Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive corals ship Monday through Wednesday using FedEx Priority Overnight. A flat \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 live-animal shipping fee\u003c\/strong\u003eapplies per order, with free shipping available on qualifying live orders over \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors, patterns, shapes, and sizes may vary unless the coral is specifically marked \u003cstrong\u003eWYSIWYG\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please review our Live Arrival Guarantee and acclimation instructions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tropical-fruit-fungia-plate-coral-wysiwyg","title":"Tropical Fruit Fungia Plate Coral – WYSIWYG","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tropical Fruit Fungia Plate Coral is a colorful, free-living LPS coral with vivid contrasting tones and a distinctive plate-shaped structure. Its bright coloration and fleshy tentacles make it an excellent centerpiece for the sand bed of an established reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG coral. You will receive the exact coral shown in the product images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Coral type: LPS\u003cbr\u003e• Common name: Fungia Plate Coral\u003cbr\u003e• Care level: Easy to moderate\u003cbr\u003e• Temperament: Semi-aggressive\u003cbr\u003e• Lighting: Low to moderate\u003cbr\u003e• Water flow: Low to moderate\u003cbr\u003e• Placement: Sand bed\u003cbr\u003e• Feeding: Photosynthetic with optional supplemental feeding\u003cbr\u003e• Growth form: Solitary, free-living plate coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement and Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the coral directly on a soft, open sand bed with adequate space around it. Do not glue a Fungia Plate Coral to rockwork. Plate corals are free-living and can slowly move by inflating and contracting their tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid placing it on sharp or uneven rocks that could damage the coral’s delicate underside or fleshy tissue. 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Temporary contraction, reduced tentacle extension, or muted coloration may occur during shipping and acclimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Coral Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive corals are shipped by overnight service on designated livestock shipping days. Please review our complete live-animal shipping, acclimation, and arrival policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53444444553525,"sku":"Tropical-Fruit-Fungia-Plate-Coral","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/39fungia32126_119__13241.webp?v=1788314138"},{"product_id":"tropical-fungia-plate-coral-wysiwyg","title":"Tropical Fungia Plate Coral – WYSIWYG","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tropical Fungia Plate Coral is a colorful, free-living LPS coral with vivid contrasting tones and a distinctive plate-shaped structure. 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Plate corals are free-living and can slowly move by inflating and contracting their tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid placing it on sharp or uneven rocks that could damage the coral’s delicate underside or fleshy tissue. Leave space between the plate coral and nearby corals because it may move or sting neighboring specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide gentle, indirect water movement. Excessive flow can prevent full inflation, push the coral across the aquarium, or cause tissue damage from contact with nearby rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin under lower lighting and gradually acclimate the coral if moving it into a brighter reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tropical Fungia Plate Coral receives much of its energy through photosynthesis but can benefit from occasional supplemental feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer small portions of mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine foods, or appropriately sized LPS coral food near the central mouth when its feeding tentacles are extended. 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