fish and invert algae buster ?

[veryzer]

I was looking to get nerite snails for my new planted tank since they're reputed to really get after algae; however, my kh will be 4 or 5, so I don't think they'll do well based on what I've read.

So the question is, what would you recommend to fight algae in a soft water aquarium?

FWIW, I've had Flying Foxes, and while they were very entertaining, they didn't seem to enjoy BBA all that much.

Thanks.

[tnsser]

oto

[bangkokfishtank]

Flying foxes I hear are not that great. You want Siamese Algae Eaters, SAE. I just got a pair in my 33gal. My tank was crazy with algae. Within one day it was basically all gone.

-Matt

[gheitman]

True SAEs are sometimes identified incorrectly as flying foxes and vice versa. A good article that helps identify the correct species can be found at http://www.aquaticscape.com/articles/algae.htm#sae. Your real SAE does very well with BBA but I don't ever recall seeing otos eat it. BTW, where in Illinois are you located?

Originally Posted by veryzer

I was looking to get nerite snails for my new planted tank since they're reputed to really get after algae; however, my kh will be 4 or 5, so I don't think they'll do well based on what I've read.

So the question is, what would you recommend to fight algae in a soft water aquarium?

FWIW, I've had Flying Foxes, and while they were very entertaining, they didn't seem to enjoy BBA all that much.

Thanks.

[trigun808]

AZOO magic nano tablet FTW!
kills all algae and doesnt harm inverts plants or fish!
said from experience

[ZooTycoonMaster]

Originally Posted by veryzer

I was looking to get nerite snails for my new planted tank since they're reputed to really get after algae; however, my kh will be 4 or 5, so I don't think they'll do well based on what I've read.

I have Nerite Snails in KH even lower than that, and they're fine.

[Solid]

I have 2 zebra nerites in water that is softer than that, thye should be fine.

[Moody636]

Originally Posted by trigun808

AZOO magic nano tablet FTW!
kills all algae and doesnt harm inverts plants or fish!
said from experience

Description:
- For freshwater aquariums (Not For Aquatic Plants Aquariums)
- Nano-sized metal with tetrapod-shaped in three dimensions is able to prick algal cells.
- Rapidly and effectively eliminates adherent algae and phytoplankton for long-term use.
- Keeps stable condition of pH valuve and clarifies water color securely.
Specifications:
- One tablet treats 50 liters (13 gallons)
Package Dimensions:
- 3.5″ L x 0.25″ W x 6.0″ H


It says on their website that it's not for planted tanks, but you haven't had any issues using it?