Bounce Mushroom Craze: Why Reefkeepers Are Going Crazy

 Bounce Mushrooms: The Expensive Yet Worthwhile Addition to Your Reef Tank

Bounce mushrooms are a rare and unique breed of corals that are highly sought after by reef aquarium enthusiasts. They are known for their vibrant and colorful appearance, with variations ranging from orange, green, and red to purple. Bounce mushrooms are not commonly found in the wild, which contributes to their higher price in the aquarium trade.

These corals have a distinct characteristic that gives them their name: they have a soft and flexible texture that allows them to "bounce" back when touched or disturbed. This resiliency adds to their visual appeal and makes them intriguing additions to reef aquariums.

Bounce mushrooms are relatively easy to care for, making them suitable for both beginner and experienced hobbyists. They thrive in a wide range of water parameters, including a pH level of 8.1 to 8.4. They can be propagated through fragging, which involves cutting a portion of the coral and allowing it to grow into a new colony.

In the aquarium trade, bounce mushrooms are often sold as frags (fragments) or colonies. The price of bounce mushrooms can vary depending on factors such as size, coloration, and rarity. Prices can range from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars for highly coveted specimens.

Bounce mushroom is a rare breed of coral that is not found readily in the wild, which makes them kind of expensive but totally worth it. They are usually found in islands of the Indopacific like Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, as well as Great Barrier Reef and are also known by the name Sunkist Bounce Mushroom. 

Bounce mushrooms come in different colors like orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, and many more, which means that you can get any color that appeals to you. The main reason for their popularity is the enlarged polyp tissues that form bouncy bubbles on top of their body. 

Bounce mushrooms require very little care and attention once placed in a tank, but extreme care should be taken to avoid damaging the coral and bursting its bubbles. Bounce mushrooms are available for sale in various online stores

What makes a bounce mushroom bounce?

Bounce mushrooms are a type of Rhodactis coral that can swell up select vesicles in a way that is attractive to aquarists. The uniformity of the vesicles is what makes a bounce mushroom unique. The high value of a bounce mushroom is due to the comically enlarged fluorescent vesicles that are neon orange with highlighter green highlights throughout its tissue. The blue spectrum of LED lighting is what makes a bounce mushroom "bounce". 

Heavy blues will make the typical Rhodactis bounce like the OG and similar as well as other types of mushrooms. Bounce mushrooms are easy to care for and do not require any special attention. They should be placed towards the bottom with PAR lighting parameters between 75-150. 

Too much light can bleach, damage, or even kill the mushroom. Sharp substrate should be avoided. Bounce mushrooms are extremely hardy and make great neighbors with aquarium residents. They should be exposed to low to moderate water flow

Bounce mushroom price

The price of a bounce mushroom can vary depending on the size, color, and where it is purchased. The price of a single polyp of the infamous Bounce Mushroom sold for a staggering $6,000 in 2015. However, the price of a Neptune Bounce Mushroom is $179.99. Cali Kid Halo Bounce Mushroom is priced at $584.10. Seattle Corals sells WWC OG Bounce Mushroom 3 for $699 and WWC OG Bounce Mushroom 2 for $849. Sunny Side Corals sells Zoolander Bounce Mushroom for $400. It is important to note that the price of a bounce mushroom can vary drastically depending on the seller and the type of bounce mushroom.

The cost of a bounce mushroom can be affected by several factors. One of the factors is the rarity of the mushroom. Bounce mushrooms are not commonly seen in nature, and they grow slowly, which makes them rare and expensive. Another factor is the size of the mushroom. 

The larger the mushroom, the higher the price. For example, a single ginormous polyp of the infamous Bounce Mushroom sold for a staggering $6,000 in 2015. The uniformity of the mushroom can also affect its price. The Cali Kid Halo Bounce Mushroom is unique because of its uniformity, which makes it expensive. The color of the mushroom can also affect its price. Some colors are highly sought-after, and therefore more expensive.

The Neptune Bounce Mushroom is sold for $179.99, but the price varies drastically for an adult Neptune Bounce Mushroom because of its coloration and bubbles. In conclusion, the cost of a bounce mushroom can be affected by several factors, including rarity, size, uniformity, and color. The growing demand for this exceptional corallimorph strain is also driving up prices. It is best to check with individual sellers for pricing information.

og bounce mushroom

The WWC OG Bounce Mushroom is a highly sought-after coral and can be found for sale at various online stores, including Coral Shop, Reef Insanity, Prime Coral, Dream Aquascapes, Seattle Corals, and Strictly Fish Miami. The price of the WWC OG Bounce Mushroom can vary depending on the size and seller. Coral Shop offers WWC OG Bounce Mushroom for $699.99, while Reef Insanity sells it for $399. Prime Coral offers WWC OG Bounce Mushroom for $1,000 to $2,500. 

Dream Aquascapes sells a 1-inch specimen of WWC OG Bounce Mushroom for a special price. Seattle Corals offers WWC OG Bounce Mushroom for prices ranging from $699 to $1,299. Strictly Fish Miami sells WWC OG Bounce Mushroom for $599.99. The WWC OG Bounce Mushroom is considered one of the hottest corals around and is a favorite among expert thrill-seekers.

Sunkist Bounce Mushroom

The Sunkist Bounce Mushroom is a type of Rhodactis mushroom that is known for its blue base and orange polyps. It can be found for sale at various online stores, including Whitlyn Aquatics, Sunnyside Corals, Queen City Corals, and Vivid Aquariums. Whitlyn Aquatics offers Sunkist Bounce Mushroom for $124.99, while Sunnyside Corals sells it for $175. Queen City Corals offers Sunkist Bounce Mushroom for $199.99. Vivid Aquariums sells WWC Sunkist Bounce Mushroom Coral for $199.99.

The Sunkist Bounce Mushroom is easy to keep for beginners and requires low to moderate water flow and low to moderate lighting. It is recommended to mount the Sunkist Bounce Mushrooms using IC gel glue or putty in the bottom half of the aquarium where they can reproduce and expand their colonies over the rock

How to care for bounce mushrooms in an aquarium

Bounce mushrooms are hardy corals that are easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for bounce mushrooms in an aquarium:

• Placement: Bounce mushrooms should be placed towards the bottom of the aquarium. They should not be subject to high lighting and strong water movement
• Lighting: Bounce mushrooms require low to moderate lighting with PAR lighting parameters between 75-150. Too much light can bleach, damage, or even kill the mushroom
• Water parameters: Bounce mushrooms are not particularly finicky with water parameters. Basic reef tank maintenance and stability will be adequate. The recommended pH range is 8.1-8.4 and alkalinity range is 9-11 DKH
• Flow: Bounce mushrooms prefer low flow
• Substrate: Sharp substrate should be avoided as it can damage the mushroom
• Feeding: Bounce mushrooms are photosynthetic and do not require feeding or dietary supplements

Overall, bounce mushrooms are a great addition to any reef tank due to their amazing colors and ease of care