{"product_id":"classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-03","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 soft coral suited to reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG leather coral offers the recognizable toadstool form and polyp movement associated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft corals\u003c\/a\u003e. Its Beginner to Moderate care profile makes it a practical option for reef keepers seeking a leather coral.\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. Introduce it gradually to its intended intensity and watch its response as it settles into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep the coral clear of buildup while allowing its polyps to move naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle reef areas with room to expand. Give the coral space for growth and avoid crowding it against neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from other corals. Leather corals are semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition, so nearby corals should have room and be observed over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually not required, as this coral is generally supported by light and dissolved nutrients. Maintain a balanced reef environment rather than relying on target feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and adequate water movement, then observe the coral through its adjustment period. Normal waxy shedding cycles can occur; allow time for shedding rather than making abrupt changes, while ensuring flow can carry away loosened material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable placement, appropriate flow, and room to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48592434790622,"sku":"L010-S1-8-11-03","price":38.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/classic-toadstool-leather-coral-l010-s1-8-11-03-6084938.jpg?v=1786512194","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}