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Algae

14 Ways To Get Rid Of Algae In Your Fish Tank

2026-06-112024-11-18 by Nick Bennett
14 ways to get rid of algae in your fish tank - illustration

Algae are a natural part of aquatic ecosystems, appearing in almost every aquarium. These organisms grow on tank walls, plants, decorations, and even in … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Steps To Removing Blue Green Algae From Your Aquarium

2024-08-23 by Nick Bennett
7 steps for removing green algae in fish tanks

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t know that much about blue-green algae. But seeing them in your tank can be a worrying … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

5 Most Common Causes Of Algae In Fish Tanks

2026-06-112024-08-23 by Nick Bennett
5 most common causes of algae in fish tanks

Algae is a type of plant that can live in both fresh and saltwater. In fish tanks, algae typically grows on the glass, gravel, … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Treatments For Algae In A Planted Tank (And What Causes It)

2024-07-04 by Nick Bennett
7 treatments for algae in a planted tank

In planted tanks, you can often see algae everywhere. You can find them floating on the water’s surface or stuck to glass, rocks, and … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Steps For Removing Green Algae In Fish Tanks

2026-06-112024-06-28 by Nick Bennett
7 steps for removing green algae in fish tanks

Green algae is a common sight in fish tanks. It can be found floating in the water or clinging to the glass, rocks, and … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

What Do Algae Eaters Eat? (& What To Feed Them)

2026-06-112022-10-11 by Nick Bennett
Algae Eaters eat

Algae eaters are great for aquariums because they help maintain a natural ecosystem by getting rid of algae and have unique personalities and appearances. … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Causes Of Green Hair Algae In Fish Tank (& What To Do)

2026-06-112022-10-10 by Nick Bennett

Green, slimy, and gross – that’s how most people would describe green hair algae. This type of algae can be a nuisance in freshwater … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

5 Steps To Remove String Algae In Aquarium (& What Causes It)

2026-06-112022-10-06 by Nick Bennett
string algae,tank

String algae is a type of plant with long, stringy filaments. It is most often found hanging from rocks or covering the water’s surface. … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

How Big Do Algae Eaters Get? (& What Tank Is Best)

2026-06-112022-09-30 by Nick Bennett

Algae eaters are a popular addition to many aquariums because they help keep the water clean, clear, and free of algae. They are available … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

4 Ways To Get Rid Of Green Spot Algae (& What Eats It)

2026-06-112022-09-30 by Nick Bennett

Green spot algae is a common problem in freshwater aquariums. Yup, that bright green stuff growing on your plants and glass is algae. Most … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Ways To Stop Brown Algae In Your Fish Tank & 6 Causes

2026-06-112022-09-26 by Nick Bennett

Brown algae is a problem in a lot of fish tanks, especially ones that were just set up. Although it poses no threat to … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

5 Causes Of White Algae In Fish Tanks (& How To Get Rid Of It)

2026-06-112022-09-26 by Nick Bennett
white algae

Is your fish tank or plants showing signs of fuzzy white patches or stringy things? If so, it’s likely that your aquarium is infested … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

7 Ways To Prevent Red Algae In Fish Tanks

2026-06-112022-09-24 by Nick Bennett
red algae

Red algae, or Rhodophyta, can take over fish tanks and is a known issue for owners. However, there are ways to get rid of … Read more

Categories Algae, Tank Setup & Maintenance

6 Fast Ways To Get Rid Of Brown Hair Algae

2026-06-112022-09-24 by Nick Bennett
brown hair algae

If you notice brown hair algae in your tank, then you’re naturally going to be wondering how to get rid of it and more … Read more

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