Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Smithsonian Institution calls coralline algae “the unsung ...

A recently published study has found that the manual removal of the algae, combined with the outplanting of these native sea urchins, was a more effective way to keep them off the reef for good.

An international team of marine scientists has identified and officially named four species of algae new to science, challenging previous taxonomical assumptions within the Porolithon genus. The ...

Algae are inevitable when you own a fish tank. With proper planning and preparation, you can ensure algae in a fish tank are kept under control, so this plant doesn’t become an issue for your fish. If ...

Brown algae is a common problem in many fish tanks, especially those that have been recently set up. It’s not dangerous to fish but can turn your beautiful aquarium into an ugly mess. This slimy layer ...

‘Weed-like’ algae is killing corals in Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef because of increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, a new study has warned. ‘Weed-like’ algae is killing corals ...