Algae in the aquarium – how to get rid of them effectively (and why they occur)
Algae in the aquarium is one of the most common problems faced by both beginners and more experienced aquarists. They appear suddenly and can completely spoil the appearance of the tank.
If you are just setting up an aquarium, be sure to start with the basics:
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Why do algae appear?
Most common causes:
- too much light
- biological imbalance
- excess nutrients
- infrequent water changes
Algae are a signal: something in the aquarium is not working well
Types of algae
- green (most common)
- brown algae
- red algae (more difficult to remove)
How to remove algae?
Limit light
8-10 hours a day (more = problem)
more about lighting:
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Regular water changes
- 20-30% every week
Better filtration
check:
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Plants
Plants compete with algae for nutrients
Mistakes
- chemistry instead of solving the problem
- glowing too long
- lack of patience
