dust algae problem?

Discussion in 'Algae' started by mvp, Dec 14, 2010.

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  1. mvp

    mvp Astrea Snail

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    since last friday it seems that my tank has been taken over by green dust algae all over my glass...its annoying. i know that using the magent scruber will just dispurse them into your water, so is there actually any way to get rid of green dust algae?
     
    mvp, Dec 14, 2010
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  2. skiergd011013

    skiergd011013 Peppermint Shrimp

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    other than skimming, light feeding, and water changes, not really anything to do. get alot of snails to help control it. all tanks i have seen including mine require mag floating every few days as algae likes to grow on the glass. i think it is good when you let it grow a bit then clean it off. food for filter feeders.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    That is phytoplankton and IME skiers suggestions are the best you can do. It is good stuff to have because it feeds zooplankton and that feeds corals.
     
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  4. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    Snails.
     
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