Algae are the most irritating organisms that accumulate in ponds, lakes, reservoirs, water tanks, and any bodies of water. Although the small population of algae is not harmless, there’s always a tendency that they may create large blooms that can affect both marine ecology and human environment. They grow even in the most unlikely places, provided that there’s enough sunlight and nutrients to keep them robust.

Nobody, of course, wants to keep those unsightly algae from developing in the pond or any water systems. And once you neglect it from forming, these algae can wreak havoc in your precious ponds and take the life of your well-cared fish.

Algae belong to a diverse group that grow in a lot of locations such as salt water, running water and unmoving water locations. These organisms have a resemblance to plants, particularly their ability to reproduce through photosynthetic process. However, there are researches that testify the importance of algae in the development of fuel, food, and fertilizer.

Do you want to remove or reduce those algae from your pond, lakes, or any water features? Here are some of the effective methods in removing algae based on given locations.

Garden ponds can be treated to reduce the occurrence of algae. Algae love the environment wherein sunlight is profuse and nutrients (nitrates. Nitrites, etc.) are readily available. Basically, algae can be treated using either natural and chemical treatments. Since algae thrive on environment with direct and enough sunlight, the best treatment is blocking the sunlight from the pond water. This can be achieved by adding aquatic or surface plants, or by installing pergola at the top of the pond. It can be also remedied by pouring natural vegetable dye in pond or lakes to block off the sunlight from reaching the pond.

Algae can also build colonies in aquariums. So if you are really concerned with the health of fish in your aquarium, you should act fast to prevent the algae from killing the fish. Proper maintenance is key to reducing the instances of algae growth. If you want to reduce algae without killing the fish, you should regularly check the container and follow a cleaning routine. Make sure the filters are replaced and the wastes are removed from the fish tank. Also, observe a proper feeding routine by making sure that the fish are not overfed. Overfeeding fish is often the cause of algae growth.

Algae can also cause problems in swimming pools when left untreated. Algaecides and other heavy chemicals are not advisable to use because it can irritate the skin of those who will use the pool. So the best alternative is drain the pool, and then do a thorough cleaning across the walls and filters. Keep the right volume of chlorine and ensure efficient filtration system to prevent algae from forming. Maintain high pH level to prevent algae from coming.

Water tanks can be also infested by algae. This can cause serious health and environmental problems. The troughs, garden hoses, fitting and sprinklers are the favourite places of algae. Anything that has moist surfaces and soaked in sunlight can be a potential turf of algae. Through this you have to make sure that the water tanks and other moist materials do not directly get enough sunlight.