marine algae

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  1. koalakitty

    koalakitty Plankton

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    can anybody recommend a marine aglae? something to help with the excess nutrients.. but wont take over the whole tank..
    any ideas?
    thanks
     
    koalakitty, Sep 6, 2010
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  2. stauchistory

    stauchistory Feather Duster

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    Can you tell us about your tank set-up (equipment, livestock, parameters, etc.)? That would help us to help you a little better. Thanks.
     
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  3. the fisherman

    the fisherman Vlamingii Tang

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    cheato and mangroves are what I use, but I also have them in a refugium. Like stated above need more info on your tank.
     
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  4. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    If you don't have anything that eats algae, like a tang, you could plant some kelp around the tank.

    If you have something like a tang, try halimeda or shaving brush plants.

    None of these are as good as chaeto/mangroves, though.
     
    blackraven1425, Sep 6, 2010
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  5. Big_Wally_B

    Big_Wally_B Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    caulerpa

    For anyone interested: I have bunches of caulerpa I will give away to anyone in the (north) Pittsburgh PA area willing to come get it.
    I also have 2 Berghia nudi's that need a good home immediately (free). They did an amazing job but are shrinking due to lack of food.
    Call 724 368 0108
     
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