{"title":"Freshwater algaecide","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: .5rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater aquarium algaecides\u003c\/strong\u003e help control \u003cem\u003efilamentous algae, spot algae, BBA\u003c\/em\u003e (black beard algae), \u003cem\u003ediatoms\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003ecyanobacteria\u003c\/em\u003e, restoring clarity and plant health. Liquid solutions, \"spot\" gels, and competitive bacteria for targeted interventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: .5rem 0 1rem;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"display: inline-block; cursor: pointer; padding: .55rem 0; color: #006bb3; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .75rem; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eliquid\u003c\/em\u003e algaecides for in-tank treatments; \u003cem\u003ebacteria\/enzymes\u003c\/em\u003e that compete with algae by reducing available nutrients; \u003cem\u003eactive oxygen\u003c\/em\u003e formulations for specific cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use them:\u003c\/strong\u003e persistent algal blooms, new tank cycling, light\/CO₂\/nutrient imbalances. First, manually remove large amounts, \u003cem\u003eprune\u003c\/em\u003e compromised leaves, and improve circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood treatment practices:\u003c\/strong\u003e respect \u003cem\u003edoses per liter\u003c\/em\u003e, increase oxygenation, \u003cu\u003eturn off UV\/ozone\u003c\/u\u003e and remove \u003cu\u003ecarbon\/resins\u003c\/u\u003e during the cycle (if indicated). After treatment, perform a \u003cem\u003e30–50% water change\u003c\/em\u003e and reinstall chemical media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention (causes \u0026amp; corrections):\u003c\/strong\u003e consistent photoperiod, stable \u003cem\u003eCO₂\u003c\/em\u003e (planted tanks), \u003cem\u003eregular\u003c\/em\u003e fertilization without excess, filter maintenance, and removal of detritus. In shrimp tanks, prefer \u003cem\u003eshrimp-safe\u003c\/em\u003e products and conservative doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eelectronic purifiers\u003c\/em\u003e (e.g., UV, electrolysis) are not chemical algaecides: you can find them in the \"Water Purifiers (devices)\" category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #555;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #555;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-style: italic;\"\u003eTip: combine \u003cstrong\u003emechanical action\u003c\/strong\u003e (brush\/tweezers) + \u003cstrong\u003espot gel\u003c\/strong\u003e on critical areas and slightly reduce the \u003cstrong\u003ephotoperiod\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1–2 weeks. If you want to use an electronic purifier, use \u003cstrong\u003eUV only\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cu\u003eturn off the UV\u003c\/u\u003e during the dosing of \u003cem\u003ebacteria\/algaecides\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cu\u003ereactivate it\u003c\/u\u003e after the water change in a \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e cycle (e.g., 3–5 days). \u003cstrong\u003eAvoid electrolysis devices\u003c\/strong\u003e in the presence of \u003cem\u003esalts\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003emedications\u003c\/em\u003e, or in marine\/brackish water: they can generate dangerous oxidants and be lethal to fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #555;\"\u003e— Advice from the Hobby Pesca \u0026amp; Acquari Team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .5rem 0; padding: .5rem .75rem; background: #fff3cd; color: #7a4d00; border: 1px solid #ffe69c; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cu\u003eelectrolysis\/microbubble\u003c\/u\u003e purifiers should not be used in marine or brackish water and are not recommended in the presence of saline\/medicinal additives: they can generate oxidants (chlorine\/hypochlorite) dangerous for fish and invertebrates. In these cases, use only a \u003cstrong\u003eUV\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cem\u003eturn off the UV\u003c\/em\u003e during the dosing of bacteria\/treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"easy-life-algexit-antialghe-acqua-dolce","title":"Easy-Life AlgExit Freshwater Algae Remover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe and effective anti-algae treatment for freshwater aquariums, active against almost all types of algae.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle yet powerful formula that stops algae growth and removes spores present in the water, ensuring a clear and clean tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 250 ml, 500 ml, and 1000 ml formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📖 Read more\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEffective against almost all types of freshwater algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for fish, shrimp, molluscs, and plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStops algae growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves algae spores from the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEasy and economical to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVisible and long-lasting results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 ml per 100 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a week for four weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment can be extended if algae persists or if spores continue to germinate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCauses of Algae Proliferation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOverfeeding of fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eToo intense or prolonged lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive fertilisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction via new plants or fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFast and effective action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely safe for aquarium inhabitants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDoes not harm plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAlso eliminates invisible spores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEasy dosing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent value for money\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed crystal clear water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e250 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e500 ml\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Expert tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To prevent algae from reappearing, in addition to treating with AlgExit, reduce feeding, control the intensity and duration of lighting, and maintain a balanced fertilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Easy-Life","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":47366914212003,"sku":"EL-30569","price":7.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":47366914244771,"sku":"ALG0500","price":11.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/3472\/5027\/files\/14373_swWmPuQvbBrc.jpg?v=1772018549"}],"url":"https:\/\/hobbypescaeacquari.live\/en\/collections\/antialghe-per-acqua-dolce.oembed","provider":"HobbyPesca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}