I've used and plan to continue using MTS (Malasian Trumpet Snails) They're
small (1/2") and hid in the gravel during the day which gives added
benefits of areating the substrate. They don't eat living higher order
plants and mow down on algae and deterus.

Justin

"Paul" wrote in message
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Hiya

I am having a problem with my main 55 gallon community tank, and the
problem that as summer is coming I am getting a lot more algea in my
tanks and on my plants. My catfish cant seem to keep up, so what are
the best alea eating fish I can buy? Some people reccomend a
plecostumus but they sklulk around in they corners and hide a lot, so
I don't really want one of those. So what is my next best option in
buying a good algea eater?

Thanks

Paul