{"product_id":"new-york-cheesecake-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-h09-s1-11-06-09","title":"New York Cheesecake Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNew York Cheesecake Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew York Cheesecake \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 lower-energy reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers distinctive patterning for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward, adaptable care. Its care profile favors gentle conditions, protected placement, and time to settle into the aquarium.\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Start with subdued exposure and avoid abrupt increases, allowing the coral time to adjust before moving it into brighter areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Gentle water movement helps keep the disc comfortable without direct current that prevents it from expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually, especially when introducing it to a system with stronger lighting or more exposed circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it with adequate room to spread. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but expansion over nearby surfaces can bring them into contact with neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable conditions and appropriate light and flow remain the primary care focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe the disc for normal expansion. If it remains tightly contracted, reassess flow and recent lighting changes rather than making rapid, repeated adjustments. Give it time to settle after placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle flow, measured acclimation, and stable conditions support long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49372016574686,"sku":"H09-S1-11-06-09","price":58.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/H09-S1-11-06-09.jpg?v=1793997253","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/new-york-cheesecake-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-h09-s1-11-06-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}