If you see that there’s a lot of brown algae growing on the moss ball, this means that they’re not getting enough light and/or nutrients. If they are green and lush then you’re doing a great job! However, if your moss balls are not healthy, they may start to lose their color, become slimy, or be covered in algae. One quick way to tell if your moss balls are healthy is by their color! You can tell a lot by the color of a moss ball, if it’s a dull yellow or even pale color then there’s something wrong with water quality! How Can You Tell If Moss Balls Are Healthy Or Not? You can use this method for any situation where the moss ball is not looking as healthy. When you take the moss ball out of the fridge you should notice that it looks much healthier and has a more vibrant green color than before. After 24 hours, return the moss ball to the tank. Revival Tip: If your moss ball is dying because of the water temperature! Remove it from the fish tank ,and place it in a bowl of cold water and then put the moss ball in the fridge for 24 hours. Moss balls naturally grow in cold freshwater lakes so generally speaking they will grow best in temperatures below 77☏ (25☌). In fact, one of the main causes of a moss ball dying is the temperature of the water. However, if kept in poor water conditions or neglected the moss balls will quickly deteriorate and die. In good conditions, healthy Marimo balls can live for 100 years or longer!

The lifespan of a moss ball in your aquarium depends largely on the size of the ball, the quality of water, and the care you provide.

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