Cyano Bacteria (Red Slime) is a hybrid algae-bacteria that thrive in aquarium waters rich in waste products and dissolved organic matter. It can be very difficult to eliminate this unwanted guest once it has begun to spread. Boyd Chemi-clean Red Slime Remover is a triple-threat treatment for this unattractive pest. Chemi-clean removes disease causing Red Cyano Bacteria from live coral, oxidizes trapped organic sludge and sediment, and clarifies aquarium water while promoting an ideal enzyme balance.