{"product_id":"orange-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-09","title":"Red St.Thomas Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed St.Thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed St.Thomas \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 with a red presentation. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers distinctive texture for reef keepers seeking a red soft coral. Its care profile suits beginner to moderate experience levels when given a calm, stable area to settle and expand.\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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Start with gentler exposure and avoid abrupt increases, allowing the disc to adjust gradually to its position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Direct or forceful current can keep the disc from expanding normally, so choose a sheltered area with gentle water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Allow time to settle after introduction, and adjust placement gradually if expansion remains limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room to spread over time. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but nearby corals should have adequate space as this coral establishes itself.\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 suitable placement remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion after placement. Avoid sudden lighting changes and direct flow, especially while it acclimates. If it stays contracted, review its exposure and current before making gradual adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA protected, low-flow placement supports normal expansion and long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48983646830814,"sku":"LS011-S1-8-31-09","price":35.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS011-S1-8-31-09.jpg?v=1788287707","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}