{"product_id":"mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-04","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 classic toadstool form. This WYSIWYG leather coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral with movement and a straightforward care profile. Its toadstool form makes it a natural choice for adding texture among established reef structures.\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 to its final intensity and observe its response before making major placement or 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 settled debris while avoiding a constant one-direction blast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle reef areas with room to expand. Give the base a secure location and allow space for normal growth and shedding cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow generous spacing from nearby corals. Leather corals can be semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition, so avoid crowding and monitor neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually not necessary, as this coral is generally supported by light and dissolved nutrients. Maintain a consistent reef nutrient approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions, adequate water movement, and regular observation. A waxy shedding phase can be normal for leather corals; allow time for it to clear while ensuring flow remains appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it space, stable conditions, and time to settle into the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48592437772510,"sku":"L010-S1-8-11-04","price":46.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-l010-s1-8-11-04-9864704.jpg?v=1786512023","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}