I got algae growing! HELP, what is it and how do I get rid of it?!?!?!

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  1. AaronEdmondson

    AaronEdmondson Plankton

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    I have been having this algae problem over and over and it never goes away , how do I get rid of it???

    here are some pictures to help you identify it.
     

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  2. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    cyanobacteria I think.
     
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  3. NASAGeek

    NASAGeek Eyelash Blennie

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    Algae Notes


    This might help you. Increase Flow, limit nutrient sources, increase nutrient export, pick it up by hand and get it out of the tank. Wash hands with antibiotic soap afterwards.

    Mark
     
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  4. AaronEdmondson

    AaronEdmondson Plankton

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    How do I get rid of it?
     
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  5. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    How long has the tank been set up?

    I'm going to just guess cyano, and that you need more flow along the sandbed, but that might not be the case.
     
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  6. Reeron

    Reeron Blue Ringed Angel

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    I agree.
     
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