Chaetomorpha Macro Algae

Chaetomorpha Macro Algae, also known as "Chaeto," is a popular saltwater macroalgae used in refugiums for nutrient export and water quality improvement. It grows in tangled, wiry green mats and provides excellent habitat for copepods and other microfauna.

Care Facts:

Chaetomorpha spp.

Tank Size: Any size (typically kept in sump or refugium)

Lighting: Moderate to high – strong grow light recommended

Water Flow: Moderate to strong

Nutrient Uptake: Absorbs nitrates and phosphates from the water

Growth Rate: Fast under optimal conditions

Placement: Refugium, sump, or algae reactor

Approx. Size: 2 inch diameter ball

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