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The Loyal Freshwater Algae Eaters in Aquariums: Blue Phantom Pleco

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The LoyalFreshwater Algae Eaters in Aquariums: Blue Phantom Pleco – It has bluish spots and tough, armour-like scales. They can be algae-eaters but desire some meaty foods within their diet at the same time. It's theorized that this fish may be a northern version of the pleco Hemiancistrus subviridis, L200. They are naturally found in areas with fairly high current but can adjust to more serene well-oxygenated conditions. Photo copyright from aquariumdomain.com  The Loyal Freshwater Algae Eaters in Aquariums: Blue Phantom Pleco Much the same to the Hemiancistrus subviridis (L200) but features a blueish-green colouration. The fish commonly known as "plecos" come from the family Loricariidae, also known as the “armored catfish”. They contain fish from many more and the genera Ancistrus, Baryancistrus, Chaetostoma, Hypostomus, Leporacanthicus, Panaque, Peckoltia, Pseudancistrus. They may be known to many as "suckerfish" because of the shape of ...

Small Freshwater Aquarium Snail Algae Eaters: Malaysian Trumpet Snail

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SmallFreshwater Aquarium Snail Algae Eaters: Malaysian Trumpet Snail – Back on the different side of the sizing spectrum, you will find the Malaysian Trumpet Snail. When fully grown, these active algae eating snails is only going to grow to around 2 centimeters, and they are at maintaining your aquarium clean, amazing.  Photo copyright from aqualandpetsplus.com Small Freshwater Aquarium Snail Algae Eaters: Malaysian Trumpet Snail They are going to eat all types of algae, in addition to any leftover food and plant life. The Malaysian Trumpets will not eat your plants, so all these are the perfect fit if your aquarium is busy with live plants. On the one hand, this little snail eat excessive food will devour alga, and keep sand substrates aerated. There is lots of lousy rep that snails have received. A lot of hobbyists often believe that having any kind of snail in their own aquarium is horrible and all must be removed promptly. I strongly advise that you just ...

Freshwater Algae Eater Snails: Horned Nerite Snail

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Freshwater Algae Eater Snails: Horned Nerite Snail – This is a black and yellow striped coloration. The shell of the Horned Nerite Snail is very sturdy and the "horns" are an unquestionably defense mechanism as they are even able to poke or prick a human during handling. It is an incredibly docile creature and does not bother any inhabitants. Photo copyright from aquariumdomain.com Freshwater Algae Eater Snails: Horned Nerite Snail Nerite Snails are among the most famous freshwater aquarium snails nowadays and therefore are almost always available at local pet stores and chain stores. Although there are a few saltwater varieties as well Nerite Snails in many cases are sold as freshwater aquarium snails. Nerite Snails possess among the very proficient algae eating snails around plus a reputation for being outstanding tank cleaners. That Nerite Snails are frequently referred cleaning crew along with Amano Shrimp. Nerite Snails could be called being docile, peacefu...