Hi, I'm really new and I hoping to start a reef soon. Been doing my homework, but have a ways to go before I jump with corals.
I have seen some pictures of some algae that is beautiful. From what I have read it seems very beneficial to the tank. Some say with the right amount, you won't need a protien skimmer, and the clarity it provides is amazing...naturally.
My question is, will the types I want over run the tank? I may not want to keep many or any fish, I'm not sure I would want to be forced into getting a LM Blenny, or Tang, etc., just for the purpose of algae control. The algae seem like a great option, and are nice to look at. I have read that they are as important to a reef as coral. I would prefer to have some nice algae in my display tank, and not just hide it in a fuge.
Any experience with: Red or green Algae Plant
Shaving/Painters Brush Plant
Maidens Hair/ Turtle Grass
Mermaids Fan Plant
and maybe some Red Mangrove Propagules ( I think the mangroves ship dry)
Would love some help before I make a mess, Thanks.
I have seen some pictures of some algae that is beautiful. From what I have read it seems very beneficial to the tank. Some say with the right amount, you won't need a protien skimmer, and the clarity it provides is amazing...naturally.
My question is, will the types I want over run the tank? I may not want to keep many or any fish, I'm not sure I would want to be forced into getting a LM Blenny, or Tang, etc., just for the purpose of algae control. The algae seem like a great option, and are nice to look at. I have read that they are as important to a reef as coral. I would prefer to have some nice algae in my display tank, and not just hide it in a fuge.
Any experience with: Red or green Algae Plant
Shaving/Painters Brush Plant
Maidens Hair/ Turtle Grass
Mermaids Fan Plant
and maybe some Red Mangrove Propagules ( I think the mangroves ship dry)
Would love some help before I make a mess, Thanks.