Coralline Algae

[john5748]

Just a quick question on coralline algae,

I have read that an abundance of this shows a well maintained tank is this true?

Also can it be removed without any adverse effects as it makes the tank look "unclean" or is it best to leave it?

Thanks.

 

[Aquascaper]

It can be removed for the glass quite easily but removing from the rock will require something that eats it like an Urchin, etc.

 

[Fish Fingers]

An abundance of coraline doenst necessarily mean your tank is running well, but it can be a good indicator. As said before you can easily remove it from glass (I use a razor blade, works like a charm) or an urchin will get rid of the stuff on the rock (however you may not want this). I only get rid of the coraline on the front panel of my tank and I leave the stuff everywhere else. The sides and back of my tank are prety much completely covered in the stuff (I think it looks cool, like a pink background).