Family

Common name: Green Finger Algae

Scientific name: Codiaceae

Codiaceae, commonly known as Green Finger Algae or Dead Man's Fingers, is a family of green algae found in marine environments. Members of this family are characterized by their finger-like projections and can vary in color from bright green to dark green. They are photosynthetic and contribute to the reef's primary production. In the aquarium, they can be both ornamental and functional, serving as a natural filtration system by absorbing nutrients like nitrates and phosphates. However, they can grow rapidly and may require regular pruning to keep them in check.

  1. Velvet horn or spongeweed seaweed isolated transparent png. Codium tomentosum green alga branch.
    Common name: Velvet Horn
    Scientific name: Codium adhaerens
  2. Common name: Codium arabicum
    Scientific name: Codium arabicum
  3. Common name: Green Fleece Algae
    Scientific name: Codium decorticatum
  4. Common name: Green Felt Algae
    Scientific name: Codium edule
  5. Dead Man's Fingers (Codium fragile)
    Common name: Dead Man's Fingers
    Scientific name: Codium fragile
  6. Common name: Green Felt Algae
    Scientific name: Codium intertextum
  7. Common name: Green Felt Algae
    Scientific name: Codium vermilara
  8. Green seaweed, Flabellia petiolata, in competition with invasive seaweed, Caulerpa recemosa, Gokova Bay Turkey
    Common name: Green Fern Algae
    Scientific name: Flabellia petiolata