{"product_id":"saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls42-s1-9-01-02","title":"Saint Thomas Mushroom coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSaint Thomas Mushroom coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaint 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 colorful bubble texture. This soft coral suits reef keepers seeking a low-maintenance mushroom with vibrant coloration and distinctive texture. Its care profile favors gentler conditions, making it appropriate for aquarists with beginner to moderate experience.\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. Start in lower light and increase exposure gradually only if needed, since abrupt lighting increases can stress the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Gentle movement helps keep the disc clear without exposing it to direct current that can prevent normal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually to its final lighting and flow position, then observe disc expansion before making changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for spreading. Saint Thomas Mushroom coral is generally peaceful, but it can expand into nearby space over time, so avoid placing it where it may 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 stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the primary care considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and watch for normal disc expansion after placement. Avoid sudden lighting changes and direct flow, then adjust its position gradually if it remains consistently contracted or cannot expand normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it protected placement and time to settle into stable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48977293639902,"sku":"LS42-S1-9-01-02","price":44.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/LS42-S1-9-01-02.jpg?v=1788291374","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-ls42-s1-9-01-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}