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I can help get you started. I love setting up new macro hobbiest. Feel free to dm me.
Use code REEF2REEF for 20% off!
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I can help get you started. I love setting up new macro hobbiest. Feel free to dm me.
Use code REEF2REEF for 20% off!
Themacrolady.com
any updates on when you'll have more inverts in stock? micro stars and dove snails(or mini-conch?)
 

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I can help get you started. I love setting up new macro hobbiest. Feel free to dm me.
Use code REEF2REEF for 20% off!
Themacrolady.com
I searched R2R for macroalgae and found this thread. That led me to look for Themacrolady.com site. I found very beautiful photos of marine plants in brilliantly set up aquariums. Will look into placing an order soon.
I can help get you started. I love setting up new macro hobbiest. Feel free to dm me.
Use code REEF2REEF for 20% off!
Themacrolady.com
 

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I have been looking a macro algae and I heard about the macro lady and was wondering how good is the algae they have?
The good the bad the could improve; An honest review:

I placed an order since the Algea Barn had only one sp. in stock. I’ve ordered macros from reef cleaners and various on-line vendors/ eBay for 20+ years. I’ve recently scourged my refugiem since hair algae encrusted everything and was dominating.

The good: Expertly packed/ insulated pack, cold pack/ fast shipping/ quick to respond/ Large 6”+ hunks of macro algae. Very nice selection. Very nice healthy pieces of macros. Came with some pods, a few small starfish (didn’t have time to acclimate, but they arrived alive)

The Bad:
First: I did ask her if her algae was clean before it shipped. I guess there was a mis-communication though I asked “no flatworms, aiptisia, hair algae?”. She said no.
She sent me every species of hair algae known to man… Red/ green/ etc… attached to the macro.
I asked her and after a few emails that were somewhat …dismissive… she gave the “I embrace tank diversity and we have a different reefing style” response … you know that response when the fish store guy sells you a coral with parasites,
Then sells you more animals to ‘biologically control”.
I’m not a total clean freak but I very much have a special hate in my heart for hair algae and pests that take over…. It’s sorta like purchasing a potted plant with weeds and live worms eating the leaves…. Maybe I’m shallow but aquariums are not biodiversity in balance they are a completely unnatural closed system where things can take over and ugly up the place quickly.
 

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**Mixed Feelings on the Mystery Macro Pack**

I ordered the **15-specimen Mystery Macro Mix (5-pack)** from The Macro Lady after reading the website description, which promises vibrant, beginner-friendly macros, regular-sized specimens, and great variety. I was excited for a surprise mix and overall value.

**The Good:**
Shipping was excellent. Tracking and communication were clear and timely. Everything arrived well-packaged, insulated, and with a heat pack. All specimens arrived clean, healthy, and with good coloration—no pests or obvious die-off, which I really appreciate.

**The Not-So-Good:**
All 15 specimens arrived together in a single bag rather than separated, which made acclimation and handling more difficult. While the algae appear healthy, the **size was not what I expected based on the website description**.

Out of the 15 specimens:

* 2 were what I would consider standard size
* 1 was slightly smaller
* The remaining specimens were **very small**, roughly dime- to nickel-sized

Because of their size, these macros are better suited for **nano or pico tanks**. They are not large enough to immediately place into a larger display tank and thrive as-is.

**Final Thoughts:**
The quality and health of the macros are good, and shipping was fantastic. However, I strongly recommend updating the website description to clarify that these are **small starter frags intended for nano or pico systems**, rather than implying regular-sized specimens.

With clearer expectations, this pack could be a great option—especially for small tanks or hobbyists who enjoy growing macros
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this is what i recieved and this is it placed in a 2 gallon jar
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