{"product_id":"lunar-interstellar-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-f04-s1-8-21-04","title":"Lunar Interstellar Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLunar Interstellar Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunar Interstellar \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\"\u003eMushroom Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a mushroom-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to low-flow reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral is offered as the pictured specimen and fits naturally into reef layouts with protected rockwork. Its care profile suits hobbyists seeking a soft coral with straightforward, observation-based care.\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 Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low, indirect flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower reef areas or protected rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can spread\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 low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, since abrupt lighting changes can stress the coral and affect normal disc expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can keep the disc from expanding normally and make it difficult to assess how the coral is settling in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered position and allow time to acclimate before considering any move within the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect generally peaceful behavior, but leave room for it to spread. Monitor nearby corals over time and maintain space so expansion does not create unwanted contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion after placement or adjustments. This Beginner to Moderate care soft coral benefits from gradual changes, low indirect flow, and avoiding abrupt increases in lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it protected placement, then let its response guide further adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48627261833438,"sku":"F04-S1-8-21-04","price":65.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/F04-S1-8-21-04.jpg?v=1787332365","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/lunar-interstellar-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-f04-s1-8-21-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}