It is taking over!!

I am brand new at this... I Algae is taking over, it is getting worse daily. I would appreciate any quick actions to prevent my tank from turning green!!

I appreciate your help, I am only 4 weeks into hobby and know nothing, so please be patient...

Thank You

 

the good news is, is thats not algae - it looks like diatoms
which are typical in new set ups- they feed on silicates in the water and when the silicates are used up they fade away
it could last 4 - 8 weeks and then just goes away
no need to do anything about it

Steve

 

part of cycling. everyone goes through this during the cycle. it will go away in time when your params level out. do you have any live stock in your tank right now?

 

Yes I currently have 4 damsels and 7 or 8 hermits which I just put in, 5 taliban snails, and some other snails which i can't remember what they are called.

 

just cycling the tank ... the'll die back!

 

Same thing happening in my new tank. rusty color on the one live rock, with pockets in the sand. I was running my light while cycling, but turned it off after hearing about others with same problem. They died off quick without light.8)

 

For those of you joining us that are new to the hobby - the best piece of advice you'll get around here as a saltwater newbie is 3Reef's slogan
"Go slow, let it grow."
And for those experianced hobbyists joining us - it's still good advice
good luck and post pics soon



Here are a few threads for you to read, then come back and ask about anything you still don't understand. we'll get you squared away and on the right path

http://www.3reef.com/forums/new-hobby/how-setup-saltwater-aquarium-89044.html

http://www.3reef.com/forums/new-hobby/ultimate-newbie-guide-86462.html

http://www.3reef.com/forums/reef-aquarium-articles-how-tos/all-about-sumps-filters-fuges-79852.html

http://www.3reef.com/forums/protein-skimmers/all-about-skimmers-skimmers-skimmer-85389.html

http://www.3reef.com/forums/general-reef-topics/handy-research-links-89299.html