Green Turf Algae is a reef aquarium nuisance that can spread if early signs are ignored.
Identification: Short dense green mats that firmly attach to rock and can outcompete coral tissue margins.
Treatment / Management: Manual removal with siphon support, nutrient control, and targeted grazing pressure where possible.
Prevention: Quarantine frags and rock, keep nutrients controlled, and remove early patches before they mature.
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