help id this algae

[Jenaellyn]

Hihi,

Havent had algae problems since my tank reboot.

But yesterday I noticed this.

Anyone know how i can get rid of it?

tks!

<3

Jen

[Admiraltian]

Looks like red slime. Perform more water change & install a fr with phosphate removing media if u haven't done so. Reduce photoperiod.

[weekdaywarrior]

Also, increase water flow in the tank (specially in the lower part) if possible.

[Jenaellyn]

tyty thinking of trying amoxicilin

[Admiraltian]

tyty thinking of trying amoxicilin

Think u better read abt the use of this drug first as it could be a health hazard if get contact with humans. Some read up in src,

[Jenaellyn]

kk will bear that in mind

[Jenaellyn]

tks red slime has cleared up after i shortened photoperiod, increased flow n did a water change

[Admiraltian]

That's great!! Gd job.

[Jenaellyn]

=) <3

[james72]

Nothing beats regular weekly water change. Rowaphos will help speed up the reduction in phosphate. Last but not least find the root cause of your phosphate level. Can be photoperiod, can be feeding, can be tap water or natural seawater, can be accumulated detritus or die off algaes.