Algae ID?
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reefpod
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I believe its Sargassum sp. Heres a link for more information.
http://www.reefcorner.com/SpecimenSheets/sargassum.htm
http://www.reefcorner.com/SpecimenSheets/sargassum.htm
Thanks reefpod,
It does seem to meet the characteristics specified in the link you provided, since it's growing from 13-week-old Fiji live rock, has tough leaves, and appears to be forming air bladders (the little yellow balls among the leaves).
I had, originally discounted sargassum, as I though that algae had a more matted appearance. This one is growing from a long single stalk that's, currently, about 5" long.
It does seem to meet the characteristics specified in the link you provided, since it's growing from 13-week-old Fiji live rock, has tough leaves, and appears to be forming air bladders (the little yellow balls among the leaves).
I had, originally discounted sargassum, as I though that algae had a more matted appearance. This one is growing from a long single stalk that's, currently, about 5" long.
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I concur.
IMHO it's a very desirable plant to have in the aquarium. Only known enemies of those in my tanks are the Turbo snails - my Tangs don't eat them...
They do tend to grow quite quickly, and can grow to over 500mm in height - this might be a problem if they then shade your corals, so keep this in mind...
Hennie
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