Need help with Algae problem

safety4fire · #1 08-19-2006, 03:19 PM

I have a 230g tank, and am experiencing a problem with algae on the glass. Can someone suggest a quick and long-term fix for this problem?

psuedo · #2 08-19-2006, 03:32 PM

what kind of algae is it? What color is it?

mwarf · #3 08-19-2006, 03:53 PM

Also - is your tank marine or freshwater?

safety4fire · #4 08-19-2006, 04:11 PM

Salt water, green.

psuedo · #5 08-19-2006, 04:33 PM

If it is just a thin covering then all you can do is dump a whole bunch of turbo snails in there to help you clean the glass...and you will need to invest in a magnetic glass cleaner and go over your glass every few days...

Unfortunately, algae is a main stay in any healthy saltwater aquarium so all you can do is clean it frequently

MoeReefer · #6 08-19-2006, 08:54 PM

here is a link to a cool page about anlgae and other hitchhikers and the like.
http://www.xtalworld.com/Aquarium/hitchfaq.htm

cheers

OCDP · #7 08-19-2006, 09:29 PM

As psuedo said, buy some snails and invest in a mag float (magnet cleaner) . Everyone gets green film on their glass. I have to clean mine about once every 3 days, sometimes more often.

Is your tank a new setup? If so, you may see more film algae than usual, but it will slow down in time. Using RO/DI water will help, as well as keeping nutrients low by feeding less.

I think your just seeing normal film algae though... everyone gets it

Cheers.

EmilyB · #8 08-20-2006, 03:52 AM

Astreas will help you with the cleanup of film algae.

i have crabs · #9 08-20-2006, 04:15 AM

since i upgraded to a mh light my glass is green every day when i get home and its real anoying.