Hair Algae and the fish that love them. - Aquarium Advice

samwise · 04-18-2005, 01:02 PM

I have read that American Flagfish and [acronym:c5a7cadeb3="Siamese Algae Eater"]SAE[/acronym:c5a7cadeb3] can help with Hair Algae control. My question is, how aggressive are these fish toward other tank mates. I've got neon tetras and freshwater bunnies (guppies), all in a 29/30 [acronym:c5a7cadeb3="Gallon"]gal[/acronym:c5a7cadeb3].

Thanx in advance.

Sam

malkore · 04-18-2005, 01:49 PM

[acronym:f4f9cc23d5="Siamese Algae Eater"]SAE[/acronym:f4f9cc23d5]'s aren't too bad. I'd only put 2-3 in a tank that small though, as they do get about 4" as adults.

Bearfan · 04-18-2005, 02:32 PM

My SAEs are peaceful as can be. I've also been algae free since I got them.

TankGirl · 04-18-2005, 04:03 PM

My American Flag-fish are peaceful, and reside with white clouds, cardinal tetras and Endler's livebearer (adults and fry) without any problems. I have heard reports of them being nippy, but my 3 are not. They are extremely tough fish and are robust for their size, just under 2", so they will add more to the bioload than other fish the same length.

[acronym:f6d9f1ed7d="By the way"]BTW[/acronym:f6d9f1ed7d], they are excellent hair algae eaters unless they get too interested in flake.

**Fluff** · 04-18-2005, 04:08 PM

Flagfish aren't really aggressive unless spawning.

Steven_Askham · 04-18-2005, 04:09 PM

Does any one of a pic they could post please ?

04-18-2005, 04:19 PM

Steve, use the search and searh posts by TankGirl. It was either in this forum or else general [acronym:c41e6bb4c1="Freshwater"]FW[/acronym:c41e6bb4c1] forum that she posted some nice pics of one of her males and females as well as a before and after algae shot

[acronym:c41e6bb4c1="Hope this helps (or) Happy to help"]HTH[/acronym:c41e6bb4c1]
-Stewie

Edit: I'm really not sure if it was TankGirl or lmw80 who posted the pics but just search it up, i remember seeing it within the past month or so. Maybe someone else can post the link.

jibboo · 04-18-2005, 05:14 PM

I recently read in Tropical Fish Hobbyist that Rosy Barbs eat hair algae also. So, I went out and purchased 2 ... I've only had them a few days, but will let you know whether they are getting the job done.

Also, they haven't bothered any of the other fish in my tank, which I was originally worried about since barbs are known nippers.

jibboo · 04-18-2005, 05:16 PM

American Flagfish:

http://badmanstropicalfish.com/profiles/profile82.html

http://www.millevolte.com/nativefish02.html

TankGirl · 04-18-2005, 09:54 PM

Twasn't me that posted pics, but they really do a marvelous job.

Rosy barbs are indeed good hair algae eaters also, as are your basic black molly.

04-18-2005, 01:02 PM	#1
samwise Aquarium Advice Apprentice Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Columbus, Oh Posts: 21	Hair Algae and the fish that love them. I have read that American Flagfish and [acronym:c5a7cadeb3="Siamese Algae Eater"]SAE[/acronym:c5a7cadeb3] can help with Hair Algae control. My question is, how aggressive are these fish toward other tank mates. I've got neon tetras and freshwater bunnies (guppies), all in a 29/30 [acronym:c5a7cadeb3="Gallon"]gal[/acronym:c5a7cadeb3]. Thanx in advance. Sam

04-18-2005, 01:49 PM	#2
malkore Aquarium Advice Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Nebraska, USA Posts: 6,540	[acronym:f4f9cc23d5="Siamese Algae Eater"]SAE[/acronym:f4f9cc23d5]'s aren't too bad. I'd only put 2-3 in a tank that small though, as they do get about 4" as adults. __________________ Visit my aquarium pages - see specs on my tanks, and photos of how they've evolved My other passion: TheNinja 500R - updated 9/18/05

04-18-2005, 02:32 PM	#3
Bearfan Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Marquette, MI Posts: 3,554 Images: 45	My SAEs are peaceful as can be. I've also been algae free since I got them. __________________ 75 gal w/ 75 gal sump, 25 gal fuge with Chaeto and 25 gal frag - 4x65 PC w/ Moonlite on the main tank, 2x20W PC on the fuge, 4x20W PC on the frag 72 Gal Bowfront Planted w/ 2x65 PC and 40W T8

04-18-2005, 04:03 PM	#4
TankGirl Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 8,279 Images: 16	My American Flag-fish are peaceful, and reside with white clouds, cardinal tetras and Endler's livebearer (adults and fry) without any problems. I have heard reports of them being nippy, but my 3 are not. They are extremely tough fish and are robust for their size, just under 2", so they will add more to the bioload than other fish the same length. [acronym:f6d9f1ed7d="By the way"]BTW[/acronym:f6d9f1ed7d], they are excellent hair algae eaters unless they get too interested in flake. __________________ TG Central Virginians click here and join the Regional Forum! View My Gallery Here

04-18-2005, 04:08 PM	#5
Fluff The Keeper Community Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: West Virginia Posts: 10,106 Images: 29	Flagfish aren't really aggressive unless spawning. __________________ ~Cindy

04-18-2005, 04:09 PM	#6
Steven_Askham Aquarium Advice Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: England / Posts: 1,144	Does any one of a pic they could post please ? __________________ 3 Foot : 4 Discus & 2 Blue Rams & 2 Bristlenose & 3 Cockatoo's 3 Foot : 2 Yellow Belly Turtles. 2 Foot: Salt Water

04-18-2005, 04:19 PM	#7
Guest Posts: n/a	Steve, use the search and searh posts by TankGirl. It was either in this forum or else general [acronym:c41e6bb4c1="Freshwater"]FW[/acronym:c41e6bb4c1] forum that she posted some nice pics of one of her males and females as well as a before and after algae shot [acronym:c41e6bb4c1="Hope this helps (or) Happy to help"]HTH[/acronym:c41e6bb4c1] -Stewie Edit: I'm really not sure if it was TankGirl or lmw80 who posted the pics but just search it up, i remember seeing it within the past month or so. Maybe someone else can post the link.

04-18-2005, 09:54 PM	#10
TankGirl Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 8,279 Images: 16	Twasn't me that posted pics, but they really do a marvelous job. Rosy barbs are indeed good hair algae eaters also, as are your basic black molly. __________________ TG Central Virginians click here and join the Regional Forum! View My Gallery Here

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