Brown Algae

[TaboutMoney]

Im Seeing alot of brown stuff growing on the surface of my live sand.....

best way to get rid of it?

also what is causing this and how can i prevent it?

 

[noelskii]

it's part of the cycle. how old is your tank? you need a clean up crew.

 

[masterswimmer]

Sounds like cyanobacteria, not algae.

Increase flow
Decrease lighting (if possible)
Replace old bulbs (if they have served their useful life)
Reduce feeding (prevent over feeding)
Add cleanup crew (sand sifting inverts)

Russ

 

[TaboutMoney]

Sounds like cyanobacteria, not algae.

Increase flow
Decrease lighting (if possible)
Replace old bulbs (if they have served their useful life)
Reduce feeding (prevent over feeding)
Add cleanup crew (sand sifting inverts)

Russ

My tank is only about 2 -3 weeks old so its still cycling

can i add the cleanup crew now? what should i get?

i know i need some powerheads so im pretty sure thats also the problem

 

[noelskii]

give us more details about your tank. equipment, livestock, parameters, etc...

 

[ZANYMASTER]

Before adding a cuc,Make sure your ammonia is zero.

 

[masterswimmer]

before adding a cuc,make sure your ammonia is zero.

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