{"product_id":"mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-08","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 for reef aquarium displays. This WYSIWYG leather coral is suited to hobbyists seeking a soft coral with a classic fingered form. Its Beginner to Moderate care profile makes it a practical choice when given appropriate placement, water movement, and room to develop.\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. Start with a measured acclimation period, then observe its response and adjust placement gradually rather than making abrupt 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, forceful stream directed at the tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in middle reef areas with open space around it. Leave room for future growth and for normal shedding cycles without nearby corals crowding the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it generous spacing from neighboring corals. Leather corals are semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition, so avoid tight mixed-coral arrangements and monitor nearby specimens.\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 environment rather than relying on targeted feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions and adequate water movement, then watch for normal waxy shedding. During a shedding cycle, avoid unnecessary handling or sudden changes; continued varied flow can help the coral clear its surface naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow time for acclimation and observe placement before making changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977211359454,"sku":"LS50-S1-9-01-08","price":36.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS50-S1-9-01-08.jpg?v=1788291788","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/mountain-dew-toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-ls50-s1-9-01-08","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}