{"product_id":"red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-07","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 suited to varied reef aquarium displays. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers vibrant red coloration and glowing centers, with the soft, disc-shaped form associated with St. Thomas mushrooms. It is listed as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/beginner-corals-1\"\u003ebeginner coral\u003c\/a\u003e while still benefiting from careful acclimation and stable reef conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG coral, 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 in lower light and increase exposure gradually only if needed, avoiding abrupt lighting changes that can stress the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Gentle movement helps keep the disc clear without exposing it to direct current that may prevent normal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually to its chosen location and allow the disc to settle before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a generally peaceful coral, but leave room for it to spread over time. Monitor nearby corals and maintain space so expansion does not create unwanted contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but consistent lighting, gentle flow, and stable conditions remain the main care priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion, placement response, and nearby growth. Avoid abrupt lighting increases and direct flow, then adjust its position gradually if it remains contracted or does not expand normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a protected location and make changes slowly for reliable long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977206214878,"sku":"LS011-S1-8-31-07","price":23.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS011-S1-8-31-07.jpg?v=1788287707","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/red-st-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls011-s1-8-31-07","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}