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Ways to Control Aquarium Algae

Anyone that has had an aquarium set up for any amount of time can tell you about algae.  Aquarium algae control is a popular topic on forums too.  So with that in mind I decided to write up something that would be helpful to aquarium newbies for controlling algae in their aquariums.  The article is kinda long but hopefully it touches on the many possible causes and sources of algae problems in your tank.  I was also kinda selfish in that I plan on linking to it when someone has an algae problem on the forum. Rather than retyping a lengthy explanation of the causes I’ll now be able to link to this article. Also, if something is missing from the article comments are definitely welcome. Use the link on the article page to submit your tips, advice or comments.   If you’re interested in taking a gander, read it here: Aquarium Algae Control.

Thanks,
Mike

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One Response to “Ways to Control Aquarium Algae”

  1. Freshwater Fish Says:
    June 19th, 2009 at 9:56 pm

    I read about “siesta” technique a while back and it seems to work. Algae needs alot of light to photosynthesis. More light than plants actually. So by cutting the light a few hours at mid-day you are making life hard on algae but not on your plants. I like this technique. It works for me.

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