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Thousands of species of fish eat algae.
Catfish
Catfish are one of the most well-known and appreciated algae eaters in ponds, rivers, and tributaries throughout many regions. The catfish comes in a variety of species. The most identifiable characteristic is the long whisker-like tendrils that extend from its front facial area. The catfish is an efficient algae eater and tends to avoid other fish. Occasionally, however, this species may tend to be a bit aggressive. When algae run low, some catfish, namely channel catfish, will look to prey on smaller species.
Goldfish
Goldfish are a favorite in smaller fish ponds. Their attractive scale color, pleasant expression, and easy maintenance, make this an ideal species for most any pond. They accent garden ponds and Asian-style ponds while helping in their maintenance. This fish is a relative of the carp. Goldfish tend to be cheaper than their close relative koi, but tend to bring disease. It is possible for one fish to spread disease and wipe out an entire population.
Koi
This fish is hardy and accommodating for most any small pond. Some refer to the koi as a colorful carp. If your fish pond is larger, be wary of birds, namely the great blue heron. That species loves to feed on koi, and once your pond is discovered as a meal provider, you will have this additional challenge. This algae eater will add color to your pond as koi tend to sport white and orange, while goldfish are all golden orange and carp are plain gray.
Amphibians and Shrimp
Tadpoles and shrimp also are algae eaters. Tadpoles are amphibians and algae, in addition to insect larvae, are one of their most basic food sources.
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What kind of plants does the mosquito fish eat?
Algae, if that counts as a plant.
What do moquitoes eat?
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Do fish eat alage?
Do fish eat algae? Yes, some species, like plecostomus, do eat algae.
Do algae eat fish?
Some of them do.Small fish are mostly the ones who eat algea. Most of the bigger fish eat smaller fish.
Do mosquito fish eat algae?
Mosquito fish are opportunistic omnivores; so if the opportunity to eat algae came along, they would likely eat algae.
What small fish eat algae?
Some small fish that eat algae include otocinclus catfish, Siamese algae eaters, and mollies. They are helpful in controlling algae growth in aquariums and fish tanks.
What do large fish eat?
Large fish sometimes eat smaller fish or they will eat algae
What type of fish eats algae in fresh water lakes?
Some examples of fish that eat algae in freshwater lakes include catfish, tilapia, and grass carp. These fish help keep the algae levels in check and maintain the balance of the ecosystem.
Do algae eaters eat dead fish?
yes algae eaters do eat dead fish because as i type this my algae eater is feasting on a dead goldfish!
What kind of plant do fish eat?
It really depends on the fish. Some don't eat plants at all. Just like mammals, fish come in many varieties which eat a wide variety of things. Dog-ma
Does a fish eat algae?
some do
Why is there algae in ponds?
The fish eat it
