{"product_id":"classic-finger-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-04","title":"mountain Dew Toadstool Leather Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003emountain Dew Toadstool Leather Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMountain Dew Toadstool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/leathers\"\u003eLeather Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a leather-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e with a toadstool growth form. This WYSIWYG leather coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral with flowing polyps and a practical Beginner to Moderate care profile. Its care centers on moderate light, varied movement, and room to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle reef areas with growth room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide moderate lighting. Allow time for adjustment after placement, and observe the coral’s response before making major lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the coral clear of debris while allowing its polyps to move naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in a middle reef area with open space around it. Give the coral room for growth and avoid crowding it against nearby rockwork or corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from neighboring corals. Leather corals can be semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition, so avoid placing sensitive corals too closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually not required. This coral is generally supported by light and dissolved nutrients present in a stable, established reef system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and adequate water movement, then observe it patiently. Leather corals can go through normal waxy shedding cycles; allow time for this process and ensure flow can help keep the surface clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, varied flow, and space to settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977294098654,"sku":"LS50-S1-9-01-04","price":45.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS50-S1-9-01-04.jpg?v=1788291789","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/classic-finger-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}