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FAQ

Pest Identification Questions

About Bryopsis

  • What is Bryopsis?
    highly invasive filamentous algae, difficult to eliminate and can overtake corals
  • How does Bryopsis behave or spread?
    anchors deep in rock, regrows from small fragments, thrives in low nutrient conditions
  • How can Bryopsis be controlled or removed?
    fluconazole treatment, manual removal, nutrient control, avoid fragmentation during removal