So, Whats The Best All Round Algae Eater?

[njw]

I've got a fury algae (maybe fuzz and/or beard algae) thats growing on plant leaves that I cant remove... its really on there! Also, I get buildup on the tank glass plus the usual blue/green/carpet algae. I know I should be able to control this with water/tank conditions, which I'm working on (lighting levels currently). But, I'm looking for fish(es) to also help maintain a nice and clean tank.

I used to have a common plec, and these guys always seem to keep the glass clean, however didn't touch any other algae. I'm told a bristlenose is good, and ottos also. But, with the type of algae i have and also looking for a good all round tank cleaner, what should I go for?!

 

[laurasmithuk]

i have 6 ottos in my tank, they do a great job. although they get fed other stuff not just algae. also i think they have so much character.

 

[death]

well it depends on your tank size for a start as some plecs can grow big..................also ive been told not to buy plecs specifically for getting rid of algae too though they do a good job at it

 

[TwoTankAmin]

The best all around algae eater is the SAE. It is not appropriate for all tanks.

 

[Ginge]

Is say the bristlenose plec but it is corrrect for an algea problem its best to find the problem first.

 

[OohFeeshy]

The very best is the algaeus scraperus.

 

[geo7x]

(for all those who are a bit slow: algae scraper)

 

[Ginge]

LOL of course thought that would come up.

 

[mark.w.jones]

Read this:

http/www.fishforums.net/index.php?showtopic=135919