{"product_id":"orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l012-s1-9-29-02","title":"Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\"\u003eRicordea Mushroom\u003c\/a\u003e Coral is a mushroom-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to a range of reef displays. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers the distinctive Ricordea form for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement and care needs. It is appropriate for beginner to moderate experience levels.\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. Acclimate gradually to brighter conditions, as abrupt lighting increases can stress the coral and affect normal disc expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can keep the disc from expanding normally and make placement less suitable.\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 location and adjust only after observing consistent expansion and response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect generally peaceful behavior, but allow room for it to spread. Give nearby corals space and monitor its footprint as it settles into the rockwork.\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 light and flow remain the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and watch for normal disc expansion after introduction. Make changes gradually, particularly with lighting and water movement, and avoid placing it where direct flow repeatedly reaches the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a protected location and let this mushroom coral settle gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49143097917662,"sku":"L012-S1-9-29-02","price":39.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/L012-S1-9-29-02.jpg?v=1790785811","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l012-s1-9-29-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}