{"product_id":"toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-k4-s1-9-11-04","title":"Toadstool Leather Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eToadstool Leather Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToadstool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/leathers\"\u003eLeather Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a leather-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to beginner-to-moderate reef care. This WYSIWYG Toadstool Leather Coral brings the classic form and movement of a soft coral to a reef aquarium while fitting a care approach centered on moderate light, varied flow, and stable conditions.\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 Moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle reef areas with growth room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive through growth and chemical competition\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 moderate lighting. Allow time to acclimate to its position, then observe its response before making further lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied water flow. Changing current helps keep the coral clear while avoiding a constant stream directed at one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in a middle reef area with room to grow. Give it space to expand and complete normal waxy shedding cycles without obstruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave clear space around this semi-aggressive soft coral. It can compete chemically and through growth, so avoid crowding neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually unnecessary because it is supported by light and dissolved nutrients. Maintain appropriate dissolved nutrients rather than relying on targeted feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep conditions stable and maintain adequate water movement. Leather corals may periodically develop a waxy layer and shed it; this normal process can take time, so watch for recovery before moving or disturbing the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room, steady care, and time to settle into its reef position.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49023526961374,"sku":"K4-S1-9-11-04","price":45.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K4-S1-9-11-04.jpg?v=1789148063","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/toadstool-leather-coral-wysiwyg-k4-s1-9-11-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}