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Floating green algae can be difficult to get rid of because it thrives in nutrient-rich water with excess light. To control it, you can reduce feeding, decrease light exposure, and increase water changes to help keep nutrient levels in check. Additionally, adding algae-eating fish or invertebrates can help consume the algae and prevent it from spreading.
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How did blue green algae evolve?
What are blue-green algae?Blue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, are a group of photosynthetic bacteria that many people refer to as "pond scum." Blue-green algae are most often blue-green in color, but can also be blue, green, reddish-purple, or brown. Blue-green algae generally grow in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams when the water is warm and enriched with nutrients like phosphorus or nitrogen.When environmental conditions are just right, blue-green algae can grow very quickly in number. Most species are buoyant and will float to the surface, where they form scum layers or floating mats. When this happens, we call this a "blue-green algae bloom." In Wisconsin, blue-green algae blooms generally occur between mid-June and late September, although in rare instances, blooms have been observed in winter, even under the ice.Many different species of blue-green algae occur in Wisconsin waters, but the most commonly detected include Anabaena sp., Aphanizomenon sp., Microcystis sp., and Planktothrix sp. It is not always the same species that blooms in a given waterbody, and the dominant species present can change over the course of the season.How do blue-green algae differ from true algae?Blue-green algae, like true algae, make up a portion of the phytoplankton in many water bodies. However, blue-green algae are generally not eaten by other aquatic organisms, and thus are not an important part of the food chain. True algae (e.g., green algae) are very important to the food chain. They are known as "primary producers", a name given to living organisms that can convert sunlight and inorganic chemicals into usable energy for other living organisms. Most algae are microscopic and serve as the main supply of "high energy" food for larger organisms like zooplankton, which in turn are eaten by small fish. Small fish are then eaten by larger fish, and both small and large fish are eaten by mammals, raptors, and people.Provided imformation at http:/dnr.wi.gov/lakes/bluegreenalgae
What are the harmful effects in green algae?
The useful effects of algae is that it provides oxygen for various living things. Algae is also a food resource for humans and fish. Algae can become harmful if they produce toxins. Too much algae in the water can kill fish because the algae consumes a great amount of oxygen and can block the sunlight from reaching underwater.
What Algae is good?
Algae is found in water (that is) in river, pond or in lake, because water turns out to be green and hard to filter. Fish life is affected, if large number of algae is present. Waters is polluted and fish dies. If we keep aquarium fish will be healthy, every alternate days or everyday water in the fish tank can be cleaned so that fish would be protected, nutritious food will be given to them.
Construct a food web using green algae large carnivore fish water beetle tadpole water flea water snail small fish mosquitoes larva?
Green algae is at the base of the food chain, which is consumed by water fleas and tadpoles. Water fleas are eaten by water beetles, tadpoles are consumed by small fish, and water snails feed on algae. Small fish are preyed upon by large carnivore fish, while mosquitoes larvae feed on algae and small organisms.
What do you do if there is not enough algae in your fish tank for your algae eater to eat?
This is a good problem to have. Most algae eaters enjoy munching on green algae. It forms a green powder like look on the glass or plants of an aquarium in high quantities. If your aquarium does not have any signs of algae you have some options:Feed them Algae WafersThis is found at a local fish store. They can be added to the water without fear of algae spreading. Some fish enjoy eating them and some seem to not like them.Feed them Zucchini, not CucumbersIf your fish don't eat algae wafers they might not be hungry due to feeding on something you don't see them eat. If you believe them to be picky you can entice them to eat and grow faster by blanching Zucchini and cut it into small sizes then add it to the tank. Rubber band it to something that sinks or poke it through with a BBQ skewer and stick it in the substrate. Don't leave it in the tank for more than 24 hours. Fish will not eat the skin.Feeding ScheduleAlgae eaters can survive on as little as 2 - 3 times a week feeding schedule. I feed my algae eaters once a week because there is plenty of micro algae that is unseen for them to much on. It depends on the species.Blue Green AlgaeFish do not eat blue green algae. Almost nothing does. It looks like a blue green slime coating on rocks and plants and is a sign of bad water quality. It is actually a bacteria that uses encapsulated photosynthesizing algae to endure in harsh environments. Caused mainly by too much phosphates and not enough nitrates. Lighting may be a factor as well.
Why is fish tank water green?
Fish tank water can turn green due to an overgrowth of algae. Algae thrive in water with excess nutrients and sunlight, leading to the green coloration.
Why is my fish tank green?
Your fish tank may be green due to an overgrowth of algae. Algae thrive in environments with excess nutrients, sunlight, and warm temperatures, leading to the green coloration in the water. Regular cleaning and maintenance can help control algae growth in your fish tank.
What makes fish tanks turn green?
Algae.
Can an algae eater fish live in an outside pond in Ohio in winter?
no they cant
What do green turtle's eat?
They eat jelly fish, sponges and algae and much more.
What is the significance of the green color in the water for fish?
The green color in water is significant for fish because it indicates the presence of algae, which is a primary food source for many fish species. Algae also provide oxygen and shelter for fish, contributing to a healthy aquatic ecosystem.
Why is my fish tank green and how can I fix it?
Your fish tank is green because of an overgrowth of algae, which is caused by excess nutrients and sunlight. To fix it, you can reduce the amount of light the tank receives, clean the tank and filter regularly, and avoid overfeeding your fish. You can also consider adding algae-eating fish or plants to help control the algae growth.
What is a toxic bloom that kills fish?
You may be looking for the word "Algae" That is the stuff that "Blooms" then decays and poisons the water which causes fish kills.
Why is my fish tank turning green and how can I prevent it?
Your fish tank is turning green due to an overgrowth of algae, which is caused by excess nutrients and sunlight. To prevent this, you can reduce feeding, limit sunlight exposure, perform regular water changes, and consider adding algae-eating fish or plants to help control the algae growth.
Why does your pond keep turning green?
Algae Definitely algae. Use barley products to keep algae at bay, or other fish/environment safe means.
How do you cure green water in your garden pond?
if you have a small pond like mine (mine is 300 gallons) you can filter the water through a uv light which kills bacteria and free-floating algae i have a 20 watt uv light integrated into a bio filter which cost about a hundred dollars total. it has been a lifesaver!
What causes a fish tank to turn green and how can it be prevented or treated?
A fish tank turns green due to an overgrowth of algae, which is caused by excess nutrients and sunlight. To prevent or treat this issue, you can reduce feeding, limit sunlight exposure, perform regular water changes, and use algae-eating fish or algae-control products.
