Things You'll Need
- Aquarium sponge
- Toothbrush
- Bleach
- Water
Instructions
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Remove the plants from the tank and wipe off as much of the algae as you can with a sponge. Most algae will come right off, though you may need to use a scraper for stubborn deposits.
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Soak the fake plants in a solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water. Use a toothbrush to scrub the hard-to-reach spots. This will kill any algae on the plants, but be sure you rinse them well and let them dry before you return them to the aquarium.
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Add to the tank peaceful algae-eating fish such as black mollies, otocinclus catfish or Siamese algae eaters. Make sure that your tank meets the housing requirements of your chosen species before you add the fish.
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