Question: Can I get rid of algea in the tank ?

Answer: Algea grows usually when the tank is exposed to direct sunlight, so the best preventive measure would be to leave the part of the tank with water in shade and only the dry basking area in the sun. In summer water in the tank heats up incredibly fast. The tank shouldn't be left in direct sunlight. The best way to prevent algea growing in your tank is to never have it exposed to direct sunlight. Cleaning algea from the surface of a glass tank is easy - just use a sturdy brush. Tanks made fro acrylic might get scratched so this should be done gently. I just use a towel for that purpose. To read more about snapping turtle health please click here Thanks for asking! Stan

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