Red Saint thomas Mushroom Coral

Red Saint thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Red Saint thomas Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers the distinctive disc form associated with Saint Thomas mushrooms. Its beginner-to-moderate care needs make it a practical choice for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with simple placement requirements.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Low to moderate lighting
• Flow: Low, indirect flow
• Placement: Lower reef areas or protected rockwork
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can spread
• Care Level: Beginner to Moderate

Lighting

Provide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, as abrupt lighting changes can prevent the coral from settling comfortably.

Flow

Use low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct flow, which can keep the disc from expanding normally and make placement less suitable.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Choose a sheltered position where indirect movement reaches the coral without directing flow at its disc.

Temperament

Keep reasonable space around it as it settles and spreads. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but their ability to spread can bring them into contact with neighboring corals over time.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the main priorities.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe disc expansion after introduction or adjustments. Make changes gradually, especially with lighting and water movement, and relocate only if direct flow prevents normal expansion.

Allow time to settle before making further placement adjustments.