Green hair algae problem. Arrggg,

[fonz4u]

Recent problems with green hair algae, 90 gl tank with skimmer and sump, also using cheto in sump. Some of my rocks in my display tank are growing this nuisance algae. I
Just last week did a 10 gl water change. What is the best method of getting rid of this stuff. I am using live sand in DT and sump tank has been established approximately 5yrs. I was also told that my sand is at the end of its cycle and it is hast given all its got. Do I replace the sand? Tank is stocked with 2 tangs 2 clowns 5 rbtas that are doing really good and various softies. Any help would be appreciated. This is frustrating!!!!!

 

[Johnyrotten]

I am no expert by any means. But IME the membrane in my ro/di unit had gotten old and needing replacing. So I was adding phosphates and silicates without even realizing. 40 days later its all gone. Might want to check the TDS on your unit.

 

[El Dude]

Get a reactor and some good quality GFO. Maybe start dosing NOPOx? If you stir up the sand it will kick up so much phosphates you will regret it for sure. Just stay the course...and get some GFO...

 

[fonz4u]

My ro membrane is fairly new but I have not tested the TDS. Will have to check that

 

[ASERT]

I recently acquired a sea hare slug which might help your problem.. He was in a friends tank and got rid of all his hair algae in less than 2 weeks and let me tell you it was bad!! Since my switch to LEDs I now how a few patches on some of my rocks so as soon as he's done with my tank I'll post him on the forum to help out other fellow reefers.. As long as he gets passed around and doesn't starve...

 

[lovingacans]

Let's see a close up picture of the algae..

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[fonz4u]

I'm not too sure how to post pics