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Chaetomorpha Refugium Macroalgae (Chaeto)
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Estimated delivery between May 06 and May 08.
$7.99
$7.99
About this item
Chaetomorpha Refugium Macroalgae (Chaeto)
Chaetomorpha macroalgae, commonly known as Chaeto, is a fast-growing green macroalgae widely used in reef aquariums for natural nutrient export and biological filtration. Its tangled, spaghetti-like filaments form dense clumps that absorb dissolved nutrients while providing habitat for beneficial microfauna.
Unlike decorative macroalgae species that attach to rock or substrate, Chaetomorpha grows as a free-floating mass of intertwined filaments. This makes it ideal for refugiums, sump filtration systems, and macroalgae nutrient export chambers.
Available Sizes
Golf Ball Size (1.5")
- Starter clump ideal for beginning refugiums
- Approximate golf-ball sized mass of Chaetomorpha
- Great for establishing nutrient export systems
Baseball Size (3")
- Large starter mass for established refugiums
- Approximate baseball sized clump
- Provides strong nutrient export potential
Care Information
| 💡 Lighting Moderate to High |
🌊 Water Flow Moderate to High |
| 📍 Placement Refugium or sump chamber |
⚙️ Care Level Easy |
| 📈 Growth Rate Fast |
🧪 Nutrient Uptake High |
Special Considerations
Chaetomorpha grows as a free-floating filament mass and should not be buried in substrate or attached to rock. It grows best in systems with strong lighting and steady water movement. Periodic harvesting helps maintain healthy growth and maximizes nutrient export.
🌱 Propagation
Chaetomorpha spreads through natural filament growth and fragmentation:
- Individual strands naturally expand into larger tangled masses
- Clumps can be manually divided during harvesting
- Small fragments will grow into new macroalgae clumps under good lighting and nutrient conditions
Learn More
For detailed biological information, natural habitat, taxonomy, and additional husbandry insights, visit our Species Library: Chaetomorpha Macroalgae Guide.
Due to natural variation between specimens and species within a genus, the item you receive may not appear exactly like the one pictured. Photographs are representative examples of the species or growth form.
Individual specimens may vary in size, shape, coloration, and growth pattern depending on age, lighting conditions, and environmental factors.
Approximate size ranges are provided for reference but may differ slightly from the specimen received.
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