{"product_id":"acropora-microclados-strawberry-shortcake-base-frag","title":"Acropora microclados “Strawberry Shortcake” – Base Frag","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e🍰🌈 \u003cstrong data-start=\"5\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eAcropora microclados “Strawberry Shortcake” – Base Frag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"67\"\u003eWYSIWYG Frag – Classic Shortcake Colour Foundation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eQuick Stats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eCare Level: Advanced\u003cbr data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eTemperament: Peaceful (requires spacing from neighbouring SPS colonies)\u003cbr data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eColour Form: The \u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eStrawberry Shortcake Base Frag\u003c\/strong\u003e displays the classic early-stage colour foundation of the famous Shortcake lineage, featuring a soft pink to strawberry-toned base with creamy yellow to light pastel growth tips. Under actinic lighting the coral develops glowing pink fluorescence while subtle green or yellow highlights begin to appear around the axial tips. Under balanced white lighting the frag reveals gentle gradients of strawberry pink, coral blush and pale golden tips that will intensify as the coral grows.\u003cbr data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eWater Conditions: 24–26 °C, dKH 7.5–8.5, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026\u003cbr data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eFamily: Acroporidae\u003cbr data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eLighting: High (PAR 250–350)\u003cbr data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eWater Flow: Strong, random and turbulent\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003ePlacement: Upper rockwork\u003cbr data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eType: \u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eWYSIWYG Frag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e🧬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eAcropora “Strawberry Shortcake” Base Frag\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the early colour expression of one of the most iconic SPS corals in the reef hobby. As the coral matures under strong lighting and stable parameters, the colour palette typically develops further into the well-known combination of pink base, yellow tips and green highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eShortcake-style Acropora are highly prized for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003elayered colour development and elegant branching structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a favourite among SPS collectors and aquascapers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eEven at the frag stage, this coral already shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003estrong pigmentation and excellent growth potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an exciting addition for reefers looking to grow out a future centerpiece colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eWYSIWYG:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003ethe exact frag shown in the photo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each specimen is individually photographed and selected for colour potential, structural integrity and coral health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eSelected for:\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e• Strawberry pink base coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e• Clean early-stage Shortcake growth structure\u003cbr data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e• Healthy tissue and active growth tips\u003cbr data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e• Strong colour development potential\u003cbr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e• Proven performance under reef LED lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eLike most Acropora, Shortcake varieties rely primarily on photosynthesis but benefit from nutrient-balanced reef environments and occasional coral feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eRecommended feeding 1–2× weekly:\u003cbr data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003e• Amino acid supplements\u003cbr data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e• Fine planktonic coral foods\u003cbr data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003e• SPS blends \/ reef snow\u003cbr data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e• Broadcast feeding in mature reef systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e📈 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eOptimal Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003eParameter | Ideal Range\u003cbr data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003eAlkalinity (dKH) | 7.5–8.5\u003cbr data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eCalcium (Ca) | 420–450 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eMagnesium (Mg) | 1300–1400 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003eNitrate (NO₃) | 5–15 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003ePhosphate (PO₄) | 0.03–0.10 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003ePlace in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003ehigh light and strong chaotic flow\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage strong colour development and compact branching growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2940\"\u003eAllow sufficient space from neighbouring SPS colonies to prevent shading and support natural growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"3088\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🍰 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eAcropora “Strawberry Shortcake” – Base Frag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"2995\"\u003eThe foundation of a legendary SPS — strawberry pink today, future rainbow showpiece tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"freakincorals.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52973446529367,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1550\/8312\/files\/P3030290.jpg?v=1773082059","url":"https:\/\/freakincorals.com\/en-hr\/products\/acropora-microclados-strawberry-shortcake-base-frag","provider":"freakincorals.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}