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In nature, Macroalgae can grow to an enormous size!

Macroalgae for Beginners

by greg.chernoff

Macroalgae is a large type of algae that is mostly beneficial and is used mainly to fight nutrient levels and microalgae growth. It is most commonly found in refugiums in the sump area of a tank. Unlike GFO or protein skimming, using microalgae to combat algae growth and nutrient export is completely natural and cheap. It is also simple to use and care for. It is not a coincidence that tanks with minimal algae growth also use macroalgae. If anyone needs a solution to algae growth and high nutrient levels that is cost efficient, simple, and effective, they should most definitely consider using macroalgae.

What Macroalgae Is

A bed of different colored MacroalgaesThe definition of macroalgae is large algae that often lives in dense groups. Do not confuse macroalgae with microalgae, as they are very different. Microalgae grows as a film or layer often on the glass and rocks in an aquarium. This is the type of algae that hobbyist are always battling at its rapid rate of growth. On the other hand, macroalgae is generally algae that hobbyist will grow in their sumps in attempt to get rid of the microalgae. Unlike microalgae, macroalgae does not grow at fast, uncontrollable rates. There are generally three groups or types of macroalgae: red macros, green macros, and brown macros. Some common kind of macroalgaes are Chaetomorpha (Chaetomorpha linum), Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca), and Pom Pom Gracilaria (Gracilaria hayi), all of which are available at algaebarn.com. Each have their individual pros, but they all have the common effect of using up and getting rid of nutrients.
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How Macroalgae Slows Algae Growth

First, you need to understand the central cause for extensive algae growth within the saltwater aquarium. The answer is simple: high nutrient levels. These nutrients are like food for the algae, so when there is a surplus of these nutrients, such as nitrate and phosphate, the algae is able to take over the aquarium and devour the rocks. Macroalgae is algae too and also uses nutrients as a form of energy intake. That being said, when macroalgae is in a reef system it is effectively “steeling” the microalgae or bad algae’s food. Macroalgae is natural competitor for these nutrients and is capable to out compete the microalgae for nutrients.

Chaeto

Chaetomorpha is the most referred to algae as macroalgae within the hobby. It is also the most common macroalgae found in reef systems. Aside from being a very functional nutrient export, Chaeto is also used as a habitat for copepods in refugiums. It is very dense in a tangled bush like from, which allows it to be an operative breeding place for copepods, amipods, and other like organisms. Chaeto requires some flow and a light source. This could be done in a refugium or even a “Chaeto reactor”. A Chaeto reactor is just a normal media reactor with a light strip wrapped around it. It could be used on smaller tanks or tanks without refugiums. It serves the same purpose to eliminate nutrients in the water.

Sea LettuceSea Lettuce Macroalgae in its natural habitat!

Tilted as the fastest growing macroalgae, Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) is an alternate option to Chaeto. It has the same benefits that Chaeto has and more. Like other macroalgaes, Sea lettuce is useful in removing unwanted nutrients by consuming them. The differences is that Sea Lettuce can be used to feed herbivores such as tangs. You may get a tang to help with an algae issue in the display part of your tank, but the tang will need another sources of algae to eat when the existing algae is gone. This is where having Sea lettuce would bring great value, as you could be using it to feed the herbivores in your tank, while also exporting nutrients. Copepods and amphipods can also feed off of this macroalgae. Another benefit to adding macroalgae to a reef system is that it will also stabilize Ph parameters.

Sea lettuce does require increased levels of bright light. If you decide to purchase Sea lettuce, you will want to be sure that your refugium has a viable light to support the fast growth rate of this macroalgae.

Pom Pom Gracilaria

Being one of the most beautiful macroalgaes, Pom Pom Gracilaria is yet another option for macroalgae in your reef system. As it is one of the better looking macros, you can easily find a way to fit it into the display part of your system. Like the other macros, Pom Pom Gracilia is capable of nutrient export. It is the least effective in doing so, but it will certainly help whether it is being used alone or in combination with another kind of macroalgae. Putting this type of algae into your display tank can add an additional natural beauty to it with its vibrant red algae color.

Macroalgae in a Refugium

The most common place for macroalgae to be used is in the refugium of a saltwater aquarium. In fact, the macroalgae will be the center part of the refugium. In order for the algae to grow properly, you will want to be sure that it is living under the correct conditions. Be sure that the light you are using is sufficient for the algae your are growing. Note that some algaes require more light than others and some prefer less light than others. Like everything else in this hobby, it is important to do in depth research on the type of alage you will be caring for. You will also want to research the light period for specific alages. Generally, refugium lights are set on timer to turn on the opposite that of which the display tank’s lights are set to turn on. After you have the lighting portion settled out, it is important to have the refugium in the correct location of the sump. I recommend having your refugium be the last section of filtration of the sump. This way any copepods that are living in the sump do not have to go through any filter media, skimmer, or other filtration before getting to the display tank. Having the refugium last will also increase the efficiency at which the macroalgae stabilizes the Ph levels.

As always, there is never an end to research, but the information in this article should give you an idea of the different types of macroalgae and which one is best for you. Enjoy seeing the great affects of macroalgae and happy reefing.

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  1. Nelly Acevedo says

    June 3, 2019 at 11:22 am

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    June 5, 2019 at 11:19 pm

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      June 10, 2019 at 5:55 pm

      Rather do natural than chemical.

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    June 5, 2019 at 11:29 pm

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    June 7, 2019 at 5:22 pm

    Can you use the Ocean Magik beyond the “good by” date of about a month?

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    • greg.chernoff says

      June 11, 2019 at 10:30 am

      While we do suggest use by 30 days, I have seen our phyto go much longer without turning! It will smell like sulfur really badly if it is no longer any good, so don’t forget to give the bottle a smell before putting any into the tank!

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    June 7, 2019 at 5:22 pm

    Can you use the Ocean Magik beyond the “good by” date of about a month?

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  8. Andrew Bilodeau says

    June 10, 2019 at 4:05 pm

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  11. Gino Vanaria says

    June 10, 2019 at 4:13 pm

    What’s a good amount of pods to add to a 40 gallon mixed reef with 1 four strip damsel a pair of Clowns a Midas Blenny a Cleaner Shrimp and thinking of adding a six line Wrasse or Mandarian.

    Should I add pods weekly, I weekly, monthly? Directly in tank or in filtration area? I have an all in one tank with some chaeto in one of the chambers in the filtration area (begins the actual tank). It’s the Cobalt C Vue 40 so you could see what I’m talking about exactly. Thanks a lot! God bless!

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    • greg.chernoff says

      June 11, 2019 at 10:29 am

      If you seed your tank before adding any major pod eaters, it will likely be far better for your tank, and the eventual mandarin or six line! I would suggest 1-2 jars a month for 3-4 months to really provide a large number of breeding age copepods!

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  17. bmeister44 says

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    Chaetomorpha in the refugium with a Prime Fug light is amazing!

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    June 10, 2019 at 8:24 pm

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  35. RR says

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    Bought some Chaeto a couple years ago. After 6 months I had to start throwing out a five gallon buckets worth every other month. Great nutrient export, just wish I could get all the pods out.

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  40. Paul says

    June 12, 2019 at 9:40 am

    I just learned that Sea Lettuce can be used in the sump and then fed to my Tangs… I knew my Tangs would eat it, but I didn’t realize it would be good in the Refugium. I’ll have to give that a try!

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  49. James McGilvray says

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  57. brandonbjones1 says

    June 17, 2019 at 3:41 pm

    Do cheato need a special light or can it grow without light and how often you supposed to change it?

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  58. Kenneth O Thomas says

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    I’m getting something for the display

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  59. Sarah says

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  60. Duy Le says

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  61. Rob Colletti says

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    Refugium for the win in nutrient export!

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  62. Jose Pacheco says

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  66. Jose Pacheco says

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  67. Jose Pacheco says

    June 17, 2019 at 8:51 pm

    I don’t have protein skimmer but I have cheato and sea lettuce in my refugium and really help me whit algae in my tank, is more better and natural than gfo.

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  68. xylahilton says

    June 17, 2019 at 11:22 pm

    Are there ways to introduce macroalgae to the main aquarium like maybe in some type of basket?

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  69. Mike Mijarez says

    June 18, 2019 at 12:13 am

    Refugium!!

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  70. JA says

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  71. Renee says

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    X?

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  72. Ellen S Imbrie says

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  73. sdemarco62 says

    June 18, 2019 at 6:02 am

    I have chaeto in my sump with my live rock

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  74. Dee Oxendine says

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  75. Jeremy Hunsberger says

    June 18, 2019 at 6:37 am

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  76. John Evans says

    June 18, 2019 at 9:58 am

    Very informative! Thanks!

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  77. William Ware says

    June 18, 2019 at 11:48 am

    Really need to get some macro algae setup in my tank and sump.

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  78. Renee says

    June 18, 2019 at 11:58 am

    Interesting, thank you!

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  79. Jerry Foster says

    June 18, 2019 at 12:17 pm

    good read
    I’m looking into nutrient export as I don’t run a skimmer and can’t do a sump

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  80. Terry says

    June 18, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    Natural filtration is best and more natural.

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  81. Danzel Thad Ermac Boiser says

    June 18, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    This is very helpful especially to us beginners as it gives us knowledge on what to put in our first refugium. Thank you very much!

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  82. Anthony J Szurek says

    June 18, 2019 at 10:08 pm

    I love the 5280 pods.

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  83. Jon B Swetnam says

    June 19, 2019 at 11:25 am

    Very useful information. We use a lot of macro algae!

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  84. Eric Serrano says

    June 19, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    I would love more microalgae to help bring nitrate down

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  85. David Cawley-cole says

    June 20, 2019 at 10:14 am

    Great read.

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  86. Rhonda Cunningham says

    June 21, 2019 at 7:54 am

    I’m a saltwater newby. You guys put out some very helpful info. Thanks!

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  87. Remy Lelias says

    June 21, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    I think that macro algae is essential for a successful reef creating habitats for microorganisms and removing nitrates.

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  88. Doug Talley says

    June 21, 2019 at 4:05 pm

    Is there a such as too much algae in your refurgium?

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  89. Remy Lelias says

    June 22, 2019 at 8:36 am

    i’m going to get some for my reef tank. it helps with biodiversity and with nutrient issues.

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  90. Sean says

    June 22, 2019 at 1:03 pm

    Looks like I need to get more Macro.

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  91. Nathaniel Konkel says

    June 23, 2019 at 5:44 am

    What about other macro algaes like caulerpa racemosa? Are those recommended at all?

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  92. Vancjj says

    June 23, 2019 at 6:30 am

    Supper huge fan of using macro in my reef system and my sump is bigger then my DT just for the macros. Awesome article thanks.

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  93. smash2799 says

    June 24, 2019 at 5:39 pm

    Sweet articel!!!

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  94. James Adams says

    June 24, 2019 at 8:15 pm

    A buddy of mine wants to try this I’m interested.

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  95. simonssymfony says

    June 26, 2019 at 11:05 am

    very informative

    Reply
  96. Jose Pacheco says

    June 30, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    Nice info, thanks algae barn!!!

    Reply
  97. fishtankpsycho says

    June 30, 2019 at 8:10 pm

    I will never run a tank without chaeto ever! Best filtration asset a tank can have.

    Reply
  98. Katherine Lawrence says

    July 8, 2019 at 8:14 pm

    Great info!

    Reply
  99. chell S. says

    July 9, 2019 at 8:00 pm

    Love the PomPom macro (Gracilaria Hayi). It really adds color to a tank!

    Reply
  100. Brendan says

    March 25, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    Excited to start growing some chaeto.

    Reply

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