green algae

Discussion in 'Algae' started by lovinlife, Aug 19, 2008.

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  1. railroader46

    railroader46 Skunk Shrimp

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    excess light from a windo or door is never good. As for your phos they should be zero. They will feed algea as well as silicates and nitrates. How long has the tank been up.
     
    railroader46, Aug 20, 2008
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  2. johnmaloney

    johnmaloney 3reef Sponsor

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    phosphate is the problem. get a clean up crew to eat what is their as it forms, get something to soak up phosphates and the battle is won.
     
    johnmaloney, Aug 28, 2008
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