{"product_id":"red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-05","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 suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral for lower, more protected areas of the aquarium. Its care profile is beginner to moderate, with simple attention to gentle flow, measured lighting, and room to spread.\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. Acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt increases, and watch for normal disc expansion as it settles into its chosen location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Strong or direct current can keep the disc from expanding normally, so aim for gentle movement rather than a focused stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered position, then allow time to adjust before considering any changes in lighting or placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space for future spread. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can expand across nearby rockwork and may eventually crowd neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but consistent lighting, gentle flow, and stable conditions remain the main 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. Make adjustments gradually, especially when changing lighting or flow, and avoid placing it where direct current repeatedly hits the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive this mushroom coral a protected spot and time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977430642910,"sku":"LS011-S1-8-31-05","price":41.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS011-S1-8-31-05.jpg?v=1788287707","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}