What is Red Slime Algae?
Red Slime Algae is actually a type of bacteria that once established can quickly spread throughout an aquarium. Although slime algae can be black, blue or green, most often it is found in the red form, hence the general name Red Slime. Cyanobacteria grow very rapidly and can be very difficult to remove thorough cleaning and scrubbing within your aquarium. Any small bit left behind will again spread throughout the aquarium.
