Algae Growth

[kirsch66]

I'm having some trouble controling algae in my tank. Since I've added some live rock several weeks ago, I'm getting a green film all over the glass. I also have a green/red hairy growth on two of the side panes. Is this just because I'm leaving the lights on longer? What is the best way to control this?
-Kirsch

 

[beaslbob]

Longer lights will sometimes result in algae blooms
The best way to control algae or any plant life you do not like is with plant life you like. That way the benefits of plant growth continue and you are happy with the plants life you have.
You might look at macros or true marine plants. Fish do eat those wo you may want to set up some type of refugium. Or even cultureing plant life in a seperate container.