black hair

Discussion in 'Algae' started by hitman35, Apr 4, 2007.

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  1. hitman35

    hitman35 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Does anyone know of a sure shot way to get rid of black hair algea its only blooming on my sand
     
    hitman35, Apr 4, 2007
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  2. Tangster

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    Huum several things to try usually I found it to be nutrient related and lack of water flows over the problem areas Also I had the most issues with this algae when i was using a plenum and or a DSB. No data but I most often found it in areas of high DOC's and acidic conditions and or NO3 levels .. What are the parameters of the tanks water ? Ca and carbonates being the more important measurements I think for this algae issue But as whit any algaes problems its ever a here it is problem it always takes lots of time and differnt treatments to rid the tank f it. It always comes faster then it goes.
     
    Tangster, Apr 4, 2007
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