what to do

Discussion in 'Algae' started by Newreef15, Dec 15, 2009.

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  1. Newreef15

    Newreef15 Horrid Stonefish

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    Is there any way i can make sure that when I buy coral or frags from my lfs that I wont get algea from the coral? Can I treat it in some kind of chemical mixture?:confused:
     
    Newreef15, Dec 15, 2009
    Newreef15, Dec 15, 2009
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  2. reeferdude

    reeferdude Fire Shrimp

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    best thing to do is don't buy anything that is covered in algae...
    if it has a little calepura on it, tangs or any other algae eating fish will clean it for you...
    there are dips for coral but it is for unwanted pests like flatworms and pyramid snails, but not for algae that i know of...;D;D;D
     
    reeferdude, Dec 15, 2009
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  3. skiergd011013

    skiergd011013 Peppermint Shrimp

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    just visually check it. no guarantee it does not have algae...if your tank has low phosphates/nitrates and a cuc dont worry.
     
    skiergd011013, Dec 20, 2009
    skiergd011013, Dec 20, 2009
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