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gross6
06/21/2003, 07:08 PM
Anyone can identify this one?

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/561/26110Unknown_Algae_Tiny.JPG

reefpod
06/25/2003, 11:31 PM
I believe its Sargassum sp. Heres a link for more information.

http://www.reefcorner.com/SpecimenSheets/sargassum.htm

gross6
06/26/2003, 06:32 PM
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.

New Reefer
06/28/2003, 02:39 PM
I believe its Sargassum sp 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