{"product_id":"ora-rainbow-stylophora-coral-aquacultured","title":"ORA Rainbow Stylophora Coral – Aquacultured","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a burst of color and compact branching growth to your reef with the ORA Rainbow Stylophora Coral. This vibrant aquacultured SPS coral combines beautiful shades of purple, green, and pink in one remarkable specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylophora corals are commonly known as Cat’s Paw Corals because of their thick, rounded branches. As this coral matures, it develops a dense, bushy colony covered with colorful polyps, adding both texture and brilliant contrast to an established reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rainbow Stylophora is generally more forgiving than many Acropora species, making it an excellent introduction to colorful branching SPS corals for aquarists who can maintain stable reef conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple, green, and pink coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick, compact branching growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly called a Cat’s Paw Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquacultured by ORA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally more forgiving than Acropora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for SPS and mixed reef aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate purchase size: 1.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStylophora\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbow Stylophora or Cat’s Paw Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, compact branching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e ORA aquacultured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Water Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Rainbow Stylophora in the middle-to-upper portion of an established reef aquarium. Provide moderate-to-strong, varied water movement that reaches around and between its branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid directing a concentrated stream from a circulation pump directly at the coral. Leave sufficient room around the specimen for future branching growth and to prevent contact with neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting and Acclimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-to-high reef lighting supports healthy growth and helps maintain its distinctive rainbow coloration. Its final appearance may vary depending on lighting intensity and spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin the coral under moderate lighting and gradually acclimate it to brighter conditions. Sudden exposure to intense lighting can cause stress, color loss, or bleaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Stability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other SPS corals, the Rainbow Stylophora performs best when alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, temperature, and nutrient levels remain stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be easier to maintain than many Acropora varieties, but it should still be added only to a mature, stable reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rainbow Stylophora obtains most of its energy through photosynthesis. It may also capture appropriately sized suspended coral foods and plankton from the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplemental feeding is optional and should be performed sparingly to avoid negatively affecting aquarium water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Live Coral Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph represents the species, coloration, and typical growth pattern. Every coral is a unique living specimen, so its exact size, shape, coloration, polyp appearance, and branch structure may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Animal Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral ships using our \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 Overnight Live Animal Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e profile. Qualifying live animal orders totaling \u003cstrong\u003e$300 or more ship free\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive animal shipping charges do not combine with standard merchandise or other shipping profiles. Orders are generally shipped Monday through Thursday, subject to livestock availability, weather conditions, and safe delivery scheduling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53392937124149,"sku":"ORA-Rainbow-Stylophora-Coral","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/Rainbow_Stylo_Working__86414.webp?v=1787518272","url":"https:\/\/infinityandbeyondaquatics.com\/products\/ora-rainbow-stylophora-coral-aquacultured","provider":"Infinity and Beyond Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}