GREEN ALGAE BREAKOUT

[erifish3]

Started growing green algae in my 180g, any idea how to get rid of it?
Thanks

 

[anti]

I have a similar problem. I tried going with actinic lighting only and I got a lawnmower blenny.. seems to be getting some of it but only time will tell.. would love to hear other suggestions!

 

[flower]

Sea hare, Lawnmower blenny, Dwarf Angelfish, tangs of any type, all are green algae eaters. Seriously, they love to eat that stuff. In a 180g you can have what you want.

 

[erifish3]

Thanks. I'm looking at tangs since I have a good size lionfish.

 

[flower]

Originally Posted by erifish3
http:///forum/post/3263648
Thanks. I'm looking at tangs since I have a good size lionfish.

Be quick, green algae grows fast and gets out of hand in a matter of days. The fsh like it best when it is short and tender. An urchin will eat it up too.

 

[erifish3]

Thanks alot Flower. Already have an urchin in there but will be definately adding another.

 

[ajroc31]

And so you solved for the symptoms with the algea eaters, but the cause is still there. Check your nitrates, and phosphates. Perhaps its a dead zone and nutrients and waste are building on the rocks, and it has a nice spot to grow on. How old are the lights, and what is the temp. of the bulbs?