Hippy Algae

Discussion in 'Algae' started by coldshot, Jul 20, 2010.

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  1. coldshot

    coldshot Blue Ringed Angel

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    I have a bad case of Hippy Algae and it is getting better with the Cheato. My question is. Since the Salt I use (Red Sea) states there are no phosphates or Nitrates in the salt and the Algae lives on nitrates and phosphates where are the Nitrates and phosphates coming from?
    thnx upfront
    Danny
     
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  3. SAY

    SAY Ocellaris Clown

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    The phosphates could be coming from the water. Do you use RO water? The nitrates would come from food and waste from your fish.
     
  4. stepho

    stepho Panda Puffer

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    phosphates can also be coming from the food as well.
     
  5. moto826

    moto826 Astrea Snail

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    they are every where ! :furious2: