Algae on exposed coral skeleton

[Moogled]

I did some surgery and used tweezers to snap off bits of the skeleton that had algae.

How do I prevent the algae from growing on the coral? I always assumed that algae would grow no matter what and I'll be doing more water changes to lower my nutrients.

[michika]

All I can think of is continue to have good or decent flow on it, and it should prevent the algae from getting hold. I wish I could provide you some other suggestions.

[Redrover]

I agree with Catherine they love lots of flow !

RJ

[GrimReefer]

shade the portion of the coral that has skeleton exposed to discourage algae from growing on it.

[Moogled]

Will try both suggestions, thanks!

Update: Alright, I've placed the donut under the overhang. The clowns seem confused since their little home has changed spots. I tried to implement more flow on exposed area/less light, but it's either one or the other.

Which one should I place emphasis on?

[steva44]

less light I would say...

[GrimReefer]

less light. but you need to keep the affected area free of detritus. a turkey baster or something similar should do the trick.