Red algae growth

Discussion in 'Algae' started by el negro, Jun 24, 2012.

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  1. el negro

    el negro Astrea Snail

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    My Caulerpa has a red algae growining on it with a white foam at the surface of my refugium.Anynone have an idea what this could be and it's reason for growing on the surface of my refugium?
     
    el negro, Jun 24, 2012
    el negro, Jun 24, 2012
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  2. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    Red is probably cyano. I wouldn't worry about it. It is probably in everyone's fuge. It's consuming nutrients, which is the goal of your fuge.
     
    Kevin_E, Jun 24, 2012
    Kevin_E, Jun 24, 2012
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