Is this cyano?

Discussion in 'Algae' started by muskrat, Nov 21, 2011.

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  1. muskrat

    muskrat Bristle Worm

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    I've had it on my sand but it's under control. It looks like it but I want to be sure before I take the rock out and rinse it. BTW, my water is in check and salinity at 1.024
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  3. NanaReefer

    NanaReefer Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    Try using a turkey baster to blow it off. If it comes off then it's most likely cyno. If not then could be coraline algae.
     
  4. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    Looks like cyano to me.

    Try improving surface agitation and flow to that area of you can.

    What foods are you feeding and how often please?
     
  5. muskrat

    muskrat Bristle Worm

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    I feed them frozen mysis daily. Fortunately I just bought another water pump to install.
     
  6. sticksmith23

    sticksmith23 Giant Squid

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    Cut down your frozen food feeding to about twice a week. If you don't rinse your frozen foods, they are high on phosphates. That is the problem I was having.
     
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    muskrat Bristle Worm

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  9. saltyfresh

    saltyfresh Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Yes that's what I would recommend and do it with ROdi water If at all possible