![]() Coralline Algae is a slow and steady type grower, but its growth rate is approximately 10x’s more rapid in tropical waters than in the Arctic. ![]() It is found in every ocean in the world and from inter-tidal zones that are exposed at low tide, all the way as deep as 1,000 ft. The colors of these algae are most typically pink, varying shades of purple, and red, but can even be green, yellow, blue, and white. There are over 1600 known species to date. Coralline Algae and its Role on Live RockĬoralline Algae is a red algae in the order Corallinales. The main goal is to try to replicate what you would find in nature, and having an adequate amount of Live Rock helps to achieve this very important goal. Without proper habitat in your tank, your fish will be more stressed and susceptible to disease. Live Rock provides the base on which all your corals will grow, and plenty of holes for your frag plugs to fit nicely in. It provides protection, shade, food, and even acts as a nursery. Live Rock serves as a habitat and home to nearly all of the marine life in your tank. ARC Reef offers a version of Live Rock that has more life and critters than any other product on the market, check out our Premium Live Rock for Sale to read more about this option and how it can greatly increase the bio-diversity of our aquarium. Coralline algae, beneficial bacteria, filter feeders, pods, corals, and other small invertebrates are all contained on and within each live rock, all contributing to the overall water quality of the aquarium. Live Rock contains a diverse ecosystem of life and is often the only manner in which to introduce such a vast array of species into a closed system such as your aquarium. Live Rock is a far more efficient filter than any powered aquarium filter which can not contain any anaerobic bacteria for waste conversion as this type of bacteria only resides in oxygen-less spaces such as inside the Live Rock and within deep sand beds. If you have more waste in your tank than your Live Rock can keep up with, you may need to do periodic water changes or acquire more Live Rock.
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