{"product_id":"mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-06","title":"Classic Finger Leather Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Finger Leather Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Finger \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 the classic finger leather form. This soft coral suits reef keepers seeking a leather coral for a reef tank with moderate care needs. Its care profile centers on moderate lighting, varied flow, growth room, and patience during normal shedding periods.\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 the intended intensity and watch its response as it adjusts, avoiding abrupt changes in light conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow. Alternating movement helps maintain water movement around the coral without relying on a single constant stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle reef areas with room to grow. Choose a location that allows the coral space for its form and normal waxy shedding cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this semi-aggressive soft coral space from nearby corals. Growth and chemical competition can affect neighbors, so avoid crowding and plan placement with surrounding corals in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually not required, as this leather coral is generally supported by light and dissolved nutrients. Maintain a suitable reef environment rather than depending on targeted feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and adequate water movement, then observe the coral over time. Allow time for normal waxy shedding cycles, and avoid frequent changes to lighting, flow, or placement while it is adjusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide consistency, open space, and patience for normal leather coral behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977128685790,"sku":"LS50-S1-9-01-06","price":32.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS50-S1-9-01-06.jpg?v=1788291788","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}