is this cyano?

wayner

wayner

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Im pretty sure it is, its kinda slimy, I feed the fish a lil piece of frozen mysis shrimp every other day(not even half a cube) And on the days I dont feed them shrimp I will throw a small peace of algae in there. This cyano started at the end of my diatom stage. My first step is going to be cut back on the lighting but im assuming that once i increase my lighting again that it will just come back. What do you guys think I should do?
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btldreef

btldreef

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You need more flow (powerheads). I've never had a really bad issue with cyano so I can't help you any further than that. More flow usually takes care of smaller issues.
 
meowzer

meowzer

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Quote:
Originally Posted by wayner http:///forum/thread/382085/is-this-cyano#post_3332180
dont think its a flow issue, I have 2 powerheads
What size tank again? O have 3 powerheads in a 29G....you have to make sure you have flow ALL over the tank....
how long do you keep lights on? What do you feed? Cyano is a bacteria...increase your water changes, increase flow, feed less (better foods) no flakes or pellets, siphon out every day, make sure you have a good cuc....you have to stay on top of it, and you will win the battle....but as most battles go...it is not a quick one
 
btldreef

btldreef

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It doesn't matter how many powerheads you have if they're not placed properly. They're obviously not agitating the bottom area of the tank enough if cyano is building up all over the sand. Many people don't realize just how much water movement there should be in a salt water tank. Any one who has ever been diving/snorkeling on a nice reef knows just how much turnover there is.
 
florida joe

florida joe

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its not just about flow,. The first reason for cyano is is too much proteins in the water column. also the presence of phosphates and nitrates.
 
btldreef

btldreef

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Quote:
Originally Posted by florida joe http:///forum/thread/382085/is-this-cyano#post_3332217
its not just about flow,. The first reason for cyano is is too much proteins in the water column. also the presence of phosphates and nitrates.
agreed, but he's already willing to cut back on feeding. I think checking flow rate while cutting back on feeding would be a good starting point, no? Honestly, I've never really had a cyano issue, so I don't know all too much about it.
 
meowzer

meowzer

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Quote:
Originally Posted by florida joe http:///forum/thread/382085/is-this-cyano#post_3332217
its not just about flow,. The first reason for cyano is is too much proteins in the water column. also the presence of phosphates and nitrates.
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Originally Posted by BTLDreef http:///forum/thread/382085/is-this-cyano#post_3332220
agreed, but he's already willing to cut back on feeding. I think checking flow rate while cutting back on feeding would be a good starting point, no? Honestly, I've never really had a cyano issue, so I don't know all too much about it.
AGREE 100%....I asked him a few questions, and gave a few tips....but have not seen a response yet
I had cyano :( and I re-directed flow, changed feeding amounts, did multiple frequent waterchanges, and a lot of manual siphoning
 
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