Algae eaters are specific organisms that thrive on a diet of algae. ... The most common algae eaters include snails, shrimp, clams and even some fish, such as specific types of catfish or plecos. To be sure you are choosing the best algae eater for your tank…

Do algae eaters eat regular fish food?

Algae eaters move along the sides and bottom of the aquarium scraping off algae with their sucker mouths. They can also feed on commercial pelleted food. Choose spirulina pellets or algae discs of the appropriate size.

Do algae eaters bite other fish?

There is some evidence to suggest that poorly fed algae eaters are more likely to try to feed on the sides of other fish. Evidence suggests that they attack the slime coat as they are looking for nutrients and will attach to the sides of other fish to try to feed on this.