coralline growth problems

Discussion in 'Algae' started by devo1108, Mar 24, 2011.

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  1. SushiGirl

    SushiGirl Barracuda

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    Mine too.
     
    SushiGirl, Mar 28, 2011
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  2. Va Reef

    Va Reef Giant Squid

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    mine started bleaching, then overnight it came back i have no idea why. just thought i'd input :)
     
    Va Reef, Mar 28, 2011
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  3. silor

    silor Sea Dragon

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    dont stress about it im sure it will start to color up soon then one day you will go ughhh how can I stop this from growing on my glass lol
     
    silor, Mar 28, 2011
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  4. yvr

    yvr Skunk Shrimp

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    I beleive that elevated magnesium levels help encourage coraline algae growth.I a use Tropic Marin Bio Magnesium to reach the Mg level that I want. In addition to magnesium, it is also important to make sure that the calcium and alkalinity are all in check within the system.
     
    yvr, Mar 30, 2011
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