jmarches Posted August 11, 2005 Share Posted August 11, 2005 Hello, I have just set up a new 12 gallon tank (3 weeks ago) and I have noticed some algae growth. Hopefully it isn't anything that is a problem. It's only growing on one rock, so if it's something bad I'll just pull that rock. Anyhow here's a pic... Link to comment
minimalist Posted August 11, 2005 Share Posted August 11, 2005 That's what it looks like to me. Link to comment
jmarches Posted August 11, 2005 Author Share Posted August 11, 2005 I've tried looking at pictures of Caulerpa, but there seem to be a lot of varieties. I Couldn't really tell what I have. Also, There are more than one stalks (maybe eight others), this is just the biggest and the easiest to take a pic of. Should I dispose of the rock (its about 2-3lbs or so), or should I scrub it? Like I said its not growing anywhere else yet, so maybe I should just nip it at the bud and throw it out. Any Suggestions? Link to comment
Caesar777 Posted August 11, 2005 Share Posted August 11, 2005 Yeah, looks like Caulerpa taxofolia, "fern algae", some call it, or "feather caulerpa". Just pluck it off the rock, and make sure to get the bits of roots. Should be easy to control, though tough to completely eradicate, but it won't get out of control if you stay on top of it. Link to comment
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