Major algae bloom

[portugee]

I figured the reef crowd would know whats going on with this algae.
I've got little brown particles floating on the surface, and a bad out break of brown algae and also green hair algae.
I tested the water and it's Zero ammonia , Zero Nitrite , Zero Nitrate and 8.2 ph
I use filtered water from a local vendor and just changed the carbon in my fluval.
No major water changes since startup 2 months ago.
What can I do? Any suggestions on equipment, addatives or water change.
Thanks

 

[slick]

Did this tank just finish cycling?

 

[portugee]

Yup

 

[nm reef]

Sounds like a diatom bloom...very common with newly cycled systems...I'd suggest you try the search feature here on the forum...you'll find a ton of useful info. Its nothing major and in time will fade away....may also be time to look into getting a clean-up crew.

 

[slick]

I agree with NM that will be the bewst way to go.

 

[broomer5]

I agree with NM and slick on adding a janitor crew.
New tank just settling down after cycle normally has some diatoms and algae.
If it persists - you may want to check your freswater and saltwater for phosphates.
When you see algae - think nitrate, phosphates, dead spots and light duration/type.
But - as mentioned - it's a pretty new tank still.
I would consider doing a water change on a 2 month old tank someday soon, it it was my tank

 

[portugee]

Thanks, your right, that search had lots of post about algae blooms.
I'm hoping its temporary this diatom algae covers all the lr and makes it look ugly.