Placement/Nutrition of Macroalgae

Discussion in 'Algae' started by adicus, Jan 17, 2010.

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  1. adicus

    adicus Aiptasia Anemone

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    I'm surprised at how little information is available on macroalgae. I purchased four types to "liven up my DT".

    I find that the "String of Pearls" cannot go into my DT because the pods will destroy them. Leaving them in my isolation/quarantine tank.

    I find lots of descriptive and where they come from information for the Padina sp. (Scroll Macroalgae), but I can't find any information on what it eats or where to place it in my DT. Anyone have or know where to find that information :confused:

    Fauchea sp. (Pink Petals Macroalgae), Again lacking information on placement and what it eats. Information :confused:

    Red Gracilaris sp. - I did find information that it Photosynthesizes it's food (what a shock that was). I'm considering placing it on the sand in my DT.

    AND FINALLY the big concern. Which one of these will my snails and scarlet crabs decimate :confused:
     
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  4. adicus

    adicus Aiptasia Anemone

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