{"product_id":"red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-11","title":"Red Saint Thomas Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Saint Thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Saint 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 suited to reef aquarium displays. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers a red presentation for a reef tank while keeping care centered on gentle conditions. It is a practical choice for hobbyists seeking a soft coral with low to moderate lighting needs.\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, then acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt increases. Watch the disc’s normal expansion and adjust placement if it appears stressed by the available intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow that allows the disc to expand normally. Avoid strong direct current, which can prevent full expansion and make the coral less comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and make gradual adjustments after observing how the disc responds to light and water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around it as it is generally peaceful but can spread. Monitor nearby corals over time and leave room for expansion rather than crowding its placement.\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 main care priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe the disc regularly for normal expansion. Introduce lighting changes slowly, keep flow indirect, and reassess placement if the coral remains contracted or does not expand normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sheltered, stable placement supports straightforward long-term mushroom coral care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48592432824542,"sku":"L010-S1-8-11-11","price":65.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-l010-s1-8-11-11-9512090.jpg?v=1786512307","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l010-s1-8-11-11","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}