How to get rid of green hair algae? | Reef2Reef
Feb 2, 2020 · I have had green hair algae growing in my tank for a while now and it’s really starting to be a problem. At first when I didn’t have any corals I would be able to use a tooth brush and just clean it off pretty easily. But now that I have a tank full of corals I have the same problem in a different way.
Nuisance Algae Identification and Removal Guide | Reef2Reef
Feb 5, 2022 · Scientific Description: A variety of green filamentous algae are lumped together under Green Hair Algae, because identification requires a microscope. Manual Removal - yank it out. If it is growing from the sand sift it out with a net. Clean Up Crew- Blue Legs, bigger hermits, turbos, limpets, chitons
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May 9, 2022 · Urchins and Sea Hares produce the best results once the hair algae grows long, but have their own issues. Urchins will happily munch of Coralline if there isn't enough algae. Sea Hares can "ink" the tank and really need a lot of algae to survive. Or the two, Urchin are probably less troublesome.
Best chemical treatment for hair algae? | Reef2Reef
Aug 17, 2020 · The bryopsis is essentially gone, but the hair algae, while reduced, is still hanging on. I think mechanical removal has been more effective than anything. I've attached a picture here for ID as I assume there may be multiple species called "hair algae". The algae is very soft and wispy but very difficult to pull cleanly off the rock.
Hair algae!! - REEF2REEF Saltwater and Reef Aquarium Forum
Sep 18, 2020 · Excess algae whether in a new tank or an old tank simply represents a temporary imbalance in nutrients, but regardless step one is to remove the algae. Taking the rocks out and trying to kill the algae with peroxide will also kill the beneficial bacteria you …
What eats hair algae? | Reef2Reef - REEF2REEF Saltwater and Reef ...
Jun 19, 2020 · Court jester gobies are known eat hair algae. The Court Jester Goby: An Essential Nano Reef Fish? When it comes to saltwater aquarium (especially those for a reef tank), there are a lot of different attributes to consider.
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Jun 8, 2021 · I have green algae taking over the rocks and sand bed of my 9th old reef tank. It seems to be affecting one section of my Duncan. My phospate is .04 and nitrates HR is 1.6. Can someone suggest what I can do? I applied some Vibrant yesterday. It seems to be helping a little. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Hair Algae management in Macroalgae nano tank? | Reef2Reef
Jan 2, 2024 · I’ve got quite the hair algae takeover happening in my 6 gallon nano, Macroalgae dominant mixed reef. This is my first tank (up for 3+ months), so any suggestions would be awesome! Current parameters: 35ppt salinity 9.2 Alk 8.56 pH 3.4ppm Nitrate 0.05ppm Phos 445 calcium 1380 magnesium Stock: Just added 10 dove snails Pair of clowns 1 blue ...
Tips for getting rid of green hair algae? | Reef2Reef
Mar 31, 2022 · I can attest to the advice above and say that reef flux (flucanozole) worked well for me as a last resort with my hair algae battle. In 2 doses it eliminated around 80% of my hair algae and a 3rd dose probably would’ve eradicated it.
Best Invert to eat Hair Algae in tank | Reef2Reef
Nov 26, 2021 · I thought about getting a sea hare but I have read that they can nuke my tank. Tuxedo urchin and some snails look like they may be my best options but maybe their is something I am not thinking off that people have had success with. Thanks for any advice. For people wondering about parameters and stuff. My tank is a CVUE 40 gallon tank PH 8.05 ...