is this algae good or bad?

Discussion in 'Algae' started by sterling, Mar 25, 2009.

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  1. sterling

    sterling Peppermint Shrimp

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    Everyone knows about the green algae that grows on the aquarium glass. I have this problem and i ususlly clean the glass with a mag float every 3 days or so, but there are spots along the back glass that i cannot reach. Does this algae pose as a threat to anything in the aquarium? If i let it grow or whatever, what does it turn into usually?
     
    sterling, Mar 25, 2009
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  2. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    Get an extendable scraper with a blade attachment--Petco sells one for 12.00 (I know I work there part time)--I bought one and it works great--has 3 attachments--sand rake,scraper and algae pad.
     
    Robman, Mar 25, 2009
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