{"product_id":"pinky-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l012-s1-8-11-06","title":"Pinky Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePinky Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinky \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 for protected lower reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral is suited to nano reefs and larger displays when given stable conditions. Its beginner-to-moderate care profile makes it a practical choice for a gently maintained reef setup.\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. Begin with lower exposure and increase gradually only if needed, since abrupt lighting increases can interfere with normal settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can prevent the coral’s disc from expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Choose a location shielded from direct current and allow time to acclimate after placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow adequate room for spreading. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can gradually occupy nearby rockwork and crowd less competitive neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but regular feeding is not required when aquarium conditions are suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe for normal disc expansion. Avoid sudden lighting changes, direct flow, and frequent repositioning. Give it time to settle after introduction, and monitor nearby corals as it spreads across available rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA protected, low-flow location supports normal expansion and steady settling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48592434725086,"sku":"L012-S1-8-11-06","price":54.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/pinky-ricordea-mushroom-coral-l012-s1-8-11-06-6160595.jpg?v=1786512194","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/pinky-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l012-s1-8-11-06","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}