Red slime algae is actually not a "true" algae at all, but classified as a Cyanobacteria.
Cyano is a hybrid, a mixture between plant and bacteria. It has therefore plant, as well as bacterial characteristics and is considered the evolutionary link between plants and bacteria. Starting out as small patches, it spreads out from there as a mat of sheeting covering.
There are several medications that will get rid of “red slime” but that is treating the symptom and not the cause of the algae.
Good aquarium maintenance and changing your pre filter and carbon on a regular basis will keep the “red slime” away. Also making sure you have the correct lighting and that your bulbs are not out of date. Deep Sea Aquarium Maintenance has been taking care of “red slime” problems in Southern California for over a decade. Call us today for a free estimate. 562 477-2219
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