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Would a UV sterilizer help control an algae bloom? Will chemicals like Algae Destroyer harm my Arowana or other fish?

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Would a UV sterilizer help control an algae bloom? Will chemicals like Algae Destroyer harm my Arowana or other fish?

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UV sterilizers can be very effective in controlling algae blooms provided you get the correct size for your aquarium. You can look at the UV sterilizers in our online store for sizing charts and we also have an article on the subject. Most algae control chemicals will not harm fish, but if a large water change is not done after the first treatment, the dead algae that results can decay and this creates toxic organics that can affect the health of fish. Never start an algae treatment unless you are prepared to do water changes in-between treatments. Top • How do I get rid of air bubles in the tank? There are as many reasons for air bubbles in the tank than stars in the sky. This is not nearly enough information. Top • Why can’t sea animals survive in freshwater, such as Lake Michigan? I’m trying to explain it to a 2nd grade class because we are talking about the difference in animals found in The Great Barrier Reef and Lake Michigan. I’ll try to keep this short, but it essentially has t

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