Below we present several types of algae that can be found in your aquariums.
Green algae (Chlorophycee). In small amounts is a good sign (especially in basic medium), but if you multiply to excess, however, and they become a problem. The most common are green filamentous algae that can reach several inches long, and if conditions are conducive to the aquarium they can multiply very quickly. Green algae are actually massive proliferation of microscopic algae, caused by excess lighting or a surplus of nutrients.
Blue algae (Cyanophycee) and they develop because of excessive illumination. They are microscopic and can have blue-green or brown. They smother and kill plants.
Brown algae (Pheophycee). In the aquarium they are generally represented by the diatomic. It usually develops as a very thin layer of decor elements or glass basin. Usually indicates a lack of light or excess of silicates. Increasing the amount of light usually makes them go away.
Red algae (Rhodophycee) appear quite rare in the aquarium.
All these types of algae are ubiquitous in the aquarium and will continue unless drastic action is taken. For aquariums containing fish but the best solution is ultraviolet sterilizer. But this is not suitable for tanks with plants because they are affected and they. Conditions are good for plants and algae are good. Breeding algae take advantage of nutritional imbalances in the aquarium.
The best way to control algae is the use of PESTISORI multiplication or snails that feed on algae. It recommends placing them immediately into a new tank, before algae have time to install.
Black fishes are an excellent choice for Molly "rodarea" a new aquarium, is cheap and easy to find. It is important not to be fed, because only if they are hungry they eat algae. Eat most types of algae that appear in this period.
Otocinclus are good consumers of algae, but some fish are more delicate.
Plecostomus, Ancistrus are fish-shaped sucker mouth, which suck algae from the glass, decor, plants. Plecostomus but grows too large, at which point the plant begins to eat and therefore recommended Ancistrus.
Siamese algae eater (Crossocheilus siamensis) is a very good consumed by algae. Eat and red algae. May be used aquarium snails. You should use native snails, that can spread some diseases.
I hope this information will be of help and can help you keep a perfect balance Peştiş plants and algae.
