{"product_id":"classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-b017-s1-10-27-02","title":"Classic Toadstool Leather Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Toadstool Leather Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic 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 for reef aquariums. This leather coral offers the familiar toadstool form for hobbyists seeking a soft coral suited to moderate lighting, varied flow, and middle-reef placement. Its care profile ranges from beginner to moderate.\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. Acclimate gradually when introducing it to a brighter area, then watch its response before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow. Consistent movement helps keep the coral clear of buildup without relying on a single fixed current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in a middle reef area with open room around it. Plan for expansion and allow space for normal waxy shedding cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it separation from neighboring corals. Leather corals can be semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition, so avoid crowding and observe nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely primarily on lighting and dissolved nutrients for support. Additional target feeding is not required by this care profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and adequate water movement. Allow time for periodic waxy shedding rather than treating it as an immediate problem, and monitor placement, expansion, and neighboring corals as the reef matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide space, stable conditions, and patient observation for dependable long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334582051038,"sku":"B017-S1-10-27-02","price":38.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/classic-toadstool-leather-coral-b017-s1-10-27-02-8943804.jpg?v=1793393659","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-b017-s1-10-27-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}