Dragon’s Tongue

Teeming Algae Series:

Teeming Algae is our full of life macro algae.  Our system is abundant in various pods and other micro/macro fauna.  Macro Algae is a great nutrient exporter serving as a natural filter to reduce nitrates and phosphates.  In addition it also provides a habitat for copepods and amphipods to boost their population.

Packaging:

All of our algae orders ship in 9 oz jars and are always pressure sealed. If the quantity is 1 cup or more you will receive a jar full of chaeto for every cup bought.  If the quantity is 2 – 1/2 cup orders you will receive 1 full jar.  If you wish to have your algae packaged separately ie: 2 jars each containing 1/2 cup of algae each, please contact us immediately upon placing your order as sometimes our orders will be shipped in as little as 10 minutes.

How its Grown:

Our chaeto grows in a fish-less, only macro algae system.  As a bonus, our tanks are seeded with a variety of copepods and amphipods that flourish in our system.  Pods are some of the most resilient organisms of the ocean, and will most likely travel through our algae into your system.  Don’t be alarmed if you don’t notice any pods, pods are very hard to see with the naked eye.

What is Halymenia durvillei?:

Also known as Dragon’s Breath, its a species of red algae found in the shallow waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It is one of the most colorful and sought out algae species, growing in vibrant shades of red orange, and purple. Its unique shape and coloration are due to its high concentrations of carotenoids, an antioxidant pigment. Dragon’s Breath is a popular choice for aquariums, as it adds a stunning splash of color to the tank. Its ease of care makes it a great choice for novice aquarists.