{"product_id":"pumpkin-patch-echinata","title":"Pumpkin Patch Echinata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a frag similar in shape and size to the photo. Frags are typically around ¾\"–1\" unless otherwise noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin Patch Echinata is a beautiful LPS coral known for its bright coloration, contrasting patterns, and fleshy appearance. Under reef lighting, its colors can really pop, making it an awesome choice for adding something different to the lower areas of your reef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEchinata can be fairly hardy once established, but they appreciate a mature, stable aquarium. They can also be aggressive toward neighboring corals, so giving them plenty of space is important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere They Come From\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEchinata corals are found throughout tropical Indo-Pacific reef environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the wild, they’re commonly found in areas with lower to moderate lighting and gentle water movement. Recreating those conditions in your aquarium gives them a great starting point for settling in and growing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike most LPS corals, Pumpkin Patch Echinata appreciate consistency. Sudden swings in alkalinity, temperature, salinity, or nutrients can cause stress, so focus on keeping your reef stable rather than chasing one exact number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good range to shoot for is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400–450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8–9.5 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250–1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–15 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Below 0.10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin Patch Echinata generally prefer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to moderate lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good starting point is approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–150 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The lower to middle portions of the aquarium are usually a great place to start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with any new coral, give it time to adjust to your lighting. Starting lower and gradually increasing intensity is much safer than immediately placing it under your strongest lights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEchinata generally do best with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou want enough water movement to keep debris from settling and provide good nutrient exchange, but avoid strong direct flow that constantly pushes against the coral's fleshy tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle, varied movement is usually ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elower to middle areas of the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are generally a good starting point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive this coral plenty of room from its neighbors. Echinata can be aggressive and are capable of damaging nearby corals, so avoid placing other corals directly against it even if everything looks peaceful during the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumpkin Patch Echinata gets much of its energy from photosynthesis, but it can also benefit from occasional supplemental feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall meaty foods or appropriately sized coral foods can be offered when the coral is displaying a feeding response. Feeding isn't something you need to overdo, but occasional targeted feeding can be a nice addition to an otherwise healthy reef system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery reef is different. If you’re unsure about lighting, flow, placement, water parameters, or whether a Pumpkin Patch Echinata is right for your tank, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eask us. That’s what we’re here for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe team at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeven Seas Aquatics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is always happy to help you find the right coral and give it the best possible start in your reef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seven Seas Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67955028590626,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/2209\/7442\/files\/Pumpkin_Patch_Echinata_TAB9928.jpg?v=1791393043","url":"https:\/\/1m2j05-a1.myshopify.com\/products\/pumpkin-patch-echinata","provider":"Seven Seas Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}