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Cyano (Red Slime) Algae: What It Is and How to Beat It

Cyano, commonly nicknamed “red slime algae,” is one of the most frustrating problems in aquariums. It appears as a reddish-brown, slick, sometimes stringy film or mat that can coat rocks, sand, and plant leaves. Although many hobbyists call it algae, cyano is cyanobacteria—a bacteria-like organism that behaves like an algae bloom. Because cyano grows fast when conditions favor it, treating it effectively usually means addressing tank imbalances rather than relying on quick “sp... Read more »

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Coralline Algae - The Ultimate Guide - An in depth look at this marine algae

Coralline Algae is a type of red algae that is beneficial to a saltwater aquarium or fish tank. It is commonly introduced via Live Rock.

Coralline Algae, how to grow it fast! Get many species and colors in your tank.