{"product_id":"classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-02","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 soft coral suited to reef aquarium displays. This WYSIWYG leather coral offers the familiar 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 choice for hobbyists prepared to provide stable reef conditions.\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 the coral time to adjust after placement, and observe its response before making significant lighting 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 debris while avoiding a single constant blast.\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 growth and allow space for normal waxy shedding cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this semi-aggressive coral space from nearby corals. As it grows, it can compete chemically, so avoid crowding and monitor neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually not required, as leather corals are generally supported by light and dissolved nutrients in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and adequate water movement, then watch for changes in polyp extension and normal shedding behavior. A waxy shedding phase can occur naturally; allow time for it to pass while keeping water movement appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide room, steady conditions, and varied flow for dependable long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977215226078,"sku":"LS50-S1-9-01-02","price":36.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS50-S1-9-01-02.jpg?v=1788291789","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/classic-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}