A natural habitat is an ecological or environmental area where a specific species lives. It is the place in nature that particular species calls home. To help picture what this means, think of a zoo.
Quick Answer. A mixture of vinegar and borax will kill most algae growing on bricks and concrete. Homeowners do not need harsh chemicals to get rid of these pesky growths.
Chemical algaecides can provide short-term control of most types of pond algae, but this is not an ideal long-term solution. Algae typically are bacteria, and are capable of rapid growth and reproduction, so the nutrients released on the death of treated algae may only result in more of the same species.