"Dan J.S." wrote in message ...

"Dan J.S." wrote in message
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I purchased 3 SAEs (that's all that my LFS had). Do I need more? I also
have
5 Chinese Algea Eaters.

Since no one is biting, let me rephrase. I would like to know if 3 SAEs
(siamese algea eaters) are enough to keep a 150 gallon tank, algae free. I
also have 5 chinese algae eaters, but they don't do much except harass other
fish. Anyone know?

Dan

I have three SAEs in a 33 gallon tank. They barely keep up. However they are barely
1.75 inch long right now. When they get to three inch long, and more, three SAEs
ought to be enough to keep algae in check in a 150 gallon. However, something like
five wouldn't be to many, and would allow them to school better, as they are
schooling fish. Regarding your CAEs, they will be more efficient when you provide
them with little chopsticks.