Algae ID

[djconn]

I've had these from time to time in my 20 gallon tank for over 2 years now. They are very interesting and have a nice neon yellow/green color to them. I've also seen them in other people's tanks. I was wondering if anyone else has these growing on their liverock and does anyone happen to have a name?

They have really taken off recently in my tank. Might be due to poor water quality since I've been slacking a little on water changes recently .

 

[djconn]

I can't believe no one else has these?

 

[Jennie]

I've seen someone ask for an ID on this same algea, but can't find it now ](*,) . I'll keep looking. I do remember that it was good!

 

[incysor]

I've seen them before, and I believe they just called them spaghetti worm algea, or something, but it wasn't at a store where I trust them to know what they're talking about.

I'll see if I can look around a bit.

B

 

[Jennie]

I think I found it, but double check me. Or atleast I found a matching picture, no info yet.

Saltcorner.com And click on the Neomeris sp. or neomeris Annulata

 

[incysor]

LOL...

Beat me twice.

Neomeris annulata

http://www.wetwebmedia.com/maralgid5.htm

http://www.wetwebmedia.com/greenalg.htm

http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/reefalgae/ ... nulata.htm

http://www.ultimatereef.net/forums/inde ... ntry310871

 

[Jennie]

LOL you beat me to the info though. I was still trying to post the links. :lol:

 

[djconn]

Thanks guys. You know of some great resources...

Here are a few quotes that I found interesting about it:

"The green worm looking things are growing in length but do not seem to
be spreading. Are they any threat to grow out of control or should I
just continue to enjoy them and leave them alone.

<The latter. They'll be a good indicator for calcium levels.>

 

[cich1]

i had one growing in my 5.5g but i broke it during my last water change

 

[djconn]

I probably have 20-30 now in my 20 gallon. They are really thriving. They are also very brittle.