{"product_id":"red-splatter-trachyphyllia-1-wysiwyg","title":"Red Splatter Trachyphyllia #1 - WYSIWYG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Splatter Trachyphyllia (Trachyphyllia sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Splatter Trachyphyllia, Trachyphyllia sp., is a premium large polyp stony coral, admired for its bold red splatter-style patterning, fleshy inflated tissue and classic open brain coral appearance. Also known as an Open Brain Coral or Trachy Coral, this species is highly valued as a showpiece LPS coral thanks to its dramatic colour, soft rounded form and strong visual impact in the lower areas of a reef aquarium. It is generally hardy once settled, but it should be kept in a mature, stable aquarium with gentle flow, moderate lighting and careful placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed Splatter Trachyphyllia, Red Trachyphyllia, Trachy Coral, Open Brain Coral, Brain Coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrachyphyllia sp.\u003cbr\u003eCommonly associated with Trachyphyllia geoffroyi depending on supplier identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLPS Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge fleshy solitary polyp with an open brain coral growth form over a hard calcium carbonate skeleton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrachyphyllia-style open brain corals are found in Indo-Pacific reef habitats, often in calmer lower reef zones, sandy areas and protected reef environments. In aquariums, they are best treated as lower-level showpiece corals that need gentle movement, stable water chemistry and enough space to inflate naturally without abrasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003eSalinity: SG 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003eAlkalinity: 7–10 dKH\u003cbr\u003eCalcium: 400–450 ppm\u003cbr\u003eMagnesium: 1250–1350 ppm\u003cbr\u003eNitrate: Low but detectable\u003cbr\u003ePhosphate: Low but detectable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed Splatter Trachyphyllia generally does best under low to moderate reef lighting. Avoid placing it directly under intense lighting without acclimation, as strong light can cause fading, bleaching or tissue stress. Lower aquarium placement with gradual light acclimation is usually safest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGentle, indirect flow is ideal. Flow should be enough to keep the coral clean and prevent debris settling on the tissue, but not strong enough to fold, lift or constantly compress the coral’s flesh. Harsh direct flow can cause poor expansion and tissue damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest placed on the sandbed or a smooth, stable lower area of the aquarium where the coral’s fleshy tissue cannot rub against sharp rockwork. Allow space around the coral so it can inflate fully without touching neighbouring corals or abrasive surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament \/ Aggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrachyphyllia corals are not usually among the most aggressive LPS corals, but they should still be given space from neighbouring corals. Their fleshy tissue can be damaged by stings, sharp skeletons, rough rockwork or contact with more aggressive LPS species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePhotosynthetic, but benefits from feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis coral receives much of its energy from lighting through its symbiotic zooxanthellae, but it can benefit from occasional target feeding. Suitable foods include mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine meaty foods, LPS pellets and specialist coral foods. Feed when feeding tentacles are visible and avoid overfeeding, as excess food can affect water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrachyphyllia corals are generally slow-growing, with long-term success depending on stable parameters, good tissue expansion and careful placement rather than rapid skeletal growth. Strong colour, full inflation and clean tissue are good signs that the coral is settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in a mature, stable reef aquarium with gentle flow, low-to-moderate lighting and consistent water chemistry. Avoid sharp rock contact, rough handling, sudden lighting changes and aggressive neighbouring corals. The fleshy tissue can be damaged easily if scraped, compressed or blasted by direct flow. Dip and acclimate carefully before adding to the aquarium, and monitor for tissue recession, poor inflation, irritation from sand or detritus, and damage from nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeginner to Intermediate reefkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePremium LPS coral \/ Availability can vary depending on colour intensity, pattern, supplier naming and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the coral you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns, colours and growth form will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46747994226861,"sku":"AG-103090","price":229.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/RedSplatterTrachyphyllia_1-WYSIWYG.jpg?v=1783088907","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/red-splatter-trachyphyllia-1-wysiwyg","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}