ID this algae

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  1. Kimmie

    Kimmie Plankton

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    plz see purple colored algae on the rock.

    I set up the 50Gal tank about 3 months ago with live rock.

    I brushed the rock when it coverd with brown algae but
    this purple colored algae is not removed and they are getting increasing
    day by day.

    plz let me know what they are and how to remove them.

    Thanks guy.
     

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    Kimmie, May 5, 2013
    Kimmie, May 5, 2013
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  2. McPeek1980

    McPeek1980 Plankton

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    Corllaine algae ImageUploadedByTapatalk 21367749959.752573.jpg
    This is the good algae you want this in your tank it is good
     
    McPeek1980, May 5, 2013
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  3. oldfishkeeper

    oldfishkeeper Giant Squid

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    yes, it's coralline!! A WONDERFUL type of algae for your tank! Congrats!
     
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  4. reefer Bob

    reefer Bob Montipora Digitata

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    Lol that's funny. I remember when I first got into salt. I loved how clean the tank looked with all white rock & white sand with the light shining down. I was depressed when it all turned the ugly brown. But in givin time it turned purple & pink & started coming alive with critters. Congrats your making progress.
     
    reefer Bob, May 5, 2013
    reefer Bob, May 5, 2013
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