I have a problem with algae in my 10 gallon aquarium. I clean it out good and I have a Chinese Algae eater and a plecostamus. But, Algae is getting bad. Help
2007-05-28 14:37:32 · 4 answers · asked by greta o 1 in Pets ➔ Fish
Algae needs two things to grow in your tank, nutrients from the water and light. As others have said, keep the lights on only for about 8-10 hours a day and prevent sunlight from shining directly on the tank. This in addition to water changes and gravel cleanings will curb the algae in no time at all.
MM
2007-05-28 14:49:57 · answer #1 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Algae can be scraped off the side with a magnet scraper. To prevent algae, try to control how much light is getting to the aquarium. Direct sunlight will grow lots of algae.
2007-05-28 21:45:51 · answer #2 · answered by Gregory M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Otocinclus - Known as "otos" they remain small and do not attract much attention to themselves. They are also algae-eating machines! I have three of them and they do very good job.But like MM sad keeping light off will reduce algae growth
2007-05-28 22:16:54 · answer #3 · answered by PUFFER MAN 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Algae multiply fast with light and sunlight. Algae needs light to make their own food- photosynthesis. To control it, you have to keep lights out for them and they will die. It is also good to get a filter for your fish tank to disrupt their growth.
2007-05-28 21:45:25 · answer #4 · answered by meemee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋