{"product_id":"ultra-red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i02-s1-11-12-10","title":"Ultra Red Saint thomas Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUltra Red Saint thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra Red 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 low-energy reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral is offered as the pictured specimen and fits naturally into reef tanks with protected lower-rockwork space. Its care profile favors a measured approach to lighting, flow, and acclimation.\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 under gentler light, then acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt increases that can stress the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Gentle water movement helps keep the disc comfortable without blasting it or preventing normal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Give the coral time to settle after introduction, especially when moving from dimmer conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect generally peaceful behavior, but leave room for spreading over time. Avoid crowding neighboring corals so its placement remains manageable as it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reef conditions stable and observe disc expansion after any change in lighting, flow, or placement. Avoid direct current and make adjustments gradually rather than changing several conditions at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA protected placement and patient acclimation support reliable long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49431310172382,"sku":"I02-S1-11-12-10","price":155.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/ultra-red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-i02-s1-11-12-10-6824365.jpg?v=1794542407","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/ultra-red-saint-thomas-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i02-s1-11-12-10","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}