{"product_id":"sunset-montipora","title":"Sunset Montipora","description":"\u003cp\u003eSunset Montipora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b74d9710-7b67-4d53-9251-beda5981c572\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"36\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eMontipora danae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPS (Small Polyp Stony Coral)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eSunset Montipora is a highly sought-after encrusting SPS coral prized for its vivid contrast of bright orange tissue and intensely colored polyps. This coral develops a smooth, plating-to-encrusting growth pattern covered in small fluorescent red, blue, or purple polyps that create a glowing “sunset” appearance across the colony. Under actinic or blue-spectrum lighting, its colors become exceptionally vibrant, making Sunset Montipora a standout addition to reef aquariums. As the colony matures, it forms intricate layers and spreading plates that add both texture and depth to the reefscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPS\u003cbr data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High lighting requirements (approximately 150–300 PAR)\u003cbr data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High; strong, random water movement promotes healthy growth and helps prevent detritus buildup on the colony surface\u003cbr data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"956\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eFood Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic through symbiotic zooxanthellae; may benefit from occasional feedings of amino acids or fine particulate coral foods\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; lacks sweeper tentacles but should be provided space to encrust and grow without competition from neighboring corals\u003cbr data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed on stable rockwork in areas with strong lighting and consistent flow where the colony can fully encrust and develop its vibrant coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1791\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of coral and invertebrate health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning all our livestock are ready for your display tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WWC","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42725065326679,"sku":"7608238","price":49.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/c0f4e8ae-dc64-4b70-a9d8-fabeb78badc0.png?v=1778338192","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/sunset-montipora","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}