Green hairy algae

Discussion in 'Algae' started by callovett, Feb 10, 2009.

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  1. callovett

    callovett Plankton

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    I have and problem with green hairy algae and red algae if anyone knows how to get rid of it. Please let me know. Also bristle worms I have them not alot but I dont want them in there. Are they bad please lemme know
     
    callovett, Feb 10, 2009
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  2. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    GuitarMan89, Feb 10, 2009
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  3. walkytalky

    walkytalky Plankton

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    Check your phosphates. They may be a bit high. I am going thru the same thing. There is a product called phoban that will help with this.;)
     
    walkytalky, Feb 11, 2009
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  4. bmshehan

    bmshehan Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    Rowaphos is my phosphate remover of choice.
     
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  5. packagerat

    packagerat Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    +1 on the Rowaphos
     
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