The slime formed around the bacteria provides it with a relatively high level of protection from external threats.
Like other species in its genus, pink algae is a methane consuming bacterium.
[2] Preventing the growth of pink algae is preferable to removing it once accumulated.
To ensure that pink algae does not grow in a pool, the owner must manually brush and clean all pool surfaces weekly, and regularly expose all pools surfaces to sunlight (pink algae thrives in a dark environment, particularly in areas with slow-moving water).
Regular doses of certain chemicals are also recommended in a preventative plan against pink algae.