How to get rid of algae
From www.aquariumadvice.com
STEP 1: Remove excess amounts of algae by hand.
STEP 2: Adjust the lighting depending on the type of algae.
STEP 3: Remove excess nutrients(DOC’S)
STEP 4: Reduce nitrates and phosphates.
STEP 5:Reduce silicates by using the proper
Algae Facts
-Megan R. & Grace W.
From www.aquariumadvice.com
STEP 1: Remove excess amounts of algae by hand.
STEP 2: Adjust the lighting depending on the type of algae.
STEP 3: Remove excess nutrients(DOC’S)
STEP 4: Reduce nitrates and phosphates.
STEP 5:Reduce silicates by using the proper
Algae Facts
- Algae needs three things to live: light, water, and food. To get rid of it you must get rid of one of the three elements.We think you should remove the algae's food (which is CO2).
- Algae also benefits from other nutrients common to our aquariums as well as phosphates, nitrates, silicates, and sulfate are the top 4.
- Animals that help with algae control are small hermit crabs, herbivorous fish, and grazing snails.
- Diatoms are the most common form of algae in aquariums.
-Megan R. & Grace W.