Lime green algae on silicon in sump?

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  1. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    This is in a new system about 3 weeks. Whatever it is it is only growing on the silicon in the sump. Does anyone know if this stuff is normal? What it is? and does it mean anything?
     

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    Jmblec2, Jun 19, 2011
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  2. 2in10

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    It is cyano bacteria, normal for a young tank, you will need to get your nutrients down to get rid of it.
     
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  3. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    thank you much!
     
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