Macro algae

[Warr7207]

Can multiple type, species of micro algae be kept together in the sump?

 

[Mekaeel]

ive seen at Julies pets in Gateway,all different types of macroalgea mixed together.so i would say yes.but personally i would go for just one type,and my choice is Chaeto

 

[abgg118]

You mean, macro algae, and they can, but, for instance caulerpa wages war against chaeto, etc. Most people recommend chaeto.

BTW, the same thing happens in micro-algae cultures - one species generally dominates until it's the only one remaining.

 

[Warr7207]

You mean, macro algae, and they can, but, for instance caulerpa wages war against chaeto, etc. Most people recommend chaeto.

BTW, the same thing happens in micro-algae cultures - one species generally dominates until it's the only one remaining.

Sorry meant macro

 

[Kanga]

Sorry meant macro

Changed the thread title

 

[Warr7207]

Changed the thread title

Thanks MOD

 

[Alan]

Generally keep only one species of algae as they do wage a chemical warfare against each other and these chemicals end up in your system. Cheato is the one to go for as it is fairly non toxic to your water column.