{"product_id":"wwc-strawberry-branching-cyphastrea","title":"WWC Strawberry Branching Cyphastrea","description":"\u003cp\u003eWWC Strawberry Branching Cyphastrea\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=\"048b38bc-808a-4236-83df-78518a64b428\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" 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=\"43\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCyphastrea spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS (Large Polyp Stony Coral) \/ Encrusting to Branching Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"533\"\u003eWWC Strawberry Branching Cyphastrea is a highly desirable LPS coral known for its unique combination of encrusting growth and subtle branching structure. Unlike typical Cyphastrea that remains flat and encrusting, this morph develops low, irregular branches or raised mounds covered in dense corallites, giving it a textured, “strawberry-like” appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eThe coloration is the main attraction—typically featuring deep red to strawberry-pink tones contrasted with bright neon green or yellow polyps that glow intensely under actinic lighting. This high-contrast combination creates a vivid, speckled effect across both the encrusting base and branching extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eAs it grows, Strawberry Branching Cyphastrea forms a dense, textured colony that adds both color and dimensional structure to lower and mid-level reef zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS \/ Encrusting–Branching Coral\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate (approximately 50–150 PAR)\u003cbr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate; gentle, indirect flow helps keep the surface clean and supports healthy polyp extension\u003cbr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eFood Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic through symbiotic zooxanthellae; benefits from occasional target feeding with fine particulate foods such as Reef Roids or Benereef to enhance growth and coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; does not typically extend sweeper tentacles but should be given space to expand and encrust\u003cbr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed on stable rockwork in lower to mid-light areas where it can safely encrust and develop its branching structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"2066\" 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":42693446631511,"sku":"7608190","price":59.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/392d3ad4-0a29-433f-8ba5-26f994631dca.png?v=1778349652","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/wwc-strawberry-branching-cyphastrea","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}