Algea Bloom - Page 2 - Aquarium Advice

**Ziggy953** · 04-28-2008, 02:33 PM

I just read a very interesting article in Volume 10 2008 edition of Marine Fish and Reef by Eric Borneman and from what I gather all flora in the marine environment depends on nutrients, be it in the substrate or the water column to survive. Light plays a role in the continued growth of "plants" but is not the cause. With out nutrients present the plants (algaes) will not grow. Take away the light and they wont grow either. Algae in our systems requires an excess of nutrients not taken up by our fish, coral or filtration. When those excess nutrients are present in our systems then algae can grow. Proper filtration, reduced feeding, frequent water changes and keeping an eye on your water parameters will help you battle algae.

tawolcott · 04-28-2008, 04:45 PM

OMG.. Think I'll pull up a chair, grab muh popcorn and watch this one

Hara · 04-28-2008, 05:09 PM

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I try not to feed to much but maybe? Probably 3 minutes twice daily.

I believe this is going to be the root of your problem. There really is no need to feed that often.

austinsdad · 04-28-2008, 07:26 PM

I agree with the feeding too much.

Also, for whomever the shoe fits....

The tone of responses here at this site is nice because it's always civil. That's why folks like it. We all disagree from time to time, but the tone is what it's all about.

I suggest you instead post at one of those "other" sites where folks like arguing. We don't.

**melosu58** · 04-28-2008, 08:55 PM

I agree on the feeding part also. I would feed every other day.

Fats71 · 04-28-2008, 10:41 PM

on feeding less.

fijiwigi · 04-28-2008, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Fats71

Sure have and oops I started when I was 15 so ABOUT 30 years ago so now were going with start dates to DECEIDE who has the biggest e-peen.

Rather silly. You would think somebody with that much experience and a mature tank would be a mature individual. Instead its the my rock is bigger than your rock contest.

Its simple find the algae source and eliminate it you don't need bob fenner for that one.

**melosu58** · 04-29-2008, 08:25 AM

OK guys let`s keep it on helping the OP. We dont need for this thread to get out of hand. I dont want to have to lock this thread out.

**Devilishturtles** · 04-29-2008, 12:08 PM

I'm very sorry to Betsy that some members of our community cannot keep their mouths shut and move on. This thread is now closed to any more discussion. Betsy, if you have further questions, please start a new thread.

04-28-2008, 02:33 PM	#11 (permalink)
Ziggy953 Aquarium Advice Addict Community Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sumerduck, Virginia Posts: 2,875 Images: 5	I just read a very interesting article in Volume 10 2008 edition of Marine Fish and Reef by Eric Borneman and from what I gather all flora in the marine environment depends on nutrients, be it in the substrate or the water column to survive. Light plays a role in the continued growth of "plants" but is not the cause. With out nutrients present the plants (algaes) will not grow. Take away the light and they wont grow either. Algae in our systems requires an excess of nutrients not taken up by our fish, coral or filtration. When those excess nutrients are present in our systems then algae can grow. Proper filtration, reduced feeding, frequent water changes and keeping an eye on your water parameters will help you battle algae. __________________ Happy Reefing! *NEW 150G Pick up 6/29/08 Build will be 4th of July weekend* Visit our Article section for answers on a variety of topics. LFS, PWC, PH RO/DI what in the world? Look here! Pods, algae and more!

04-28-2008, 07:26 PM	#14 (permalink)
austinsdad Aquarium Advice Addict Community Mentor Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clinton, Maryland Posts: 3,893 Images: 12	I agree with the feeding too much. Also, for whomever the shoe fits.... The tone of responses here at this site is nice because it's always civil. That's why folks like it. We all disagree from time to time, but the tone is what it's all about. I suggest you instead post at one of those "other" sites where folks like arguing. We don't. __________________ -Ray- "Life may not be the party we hoped for but while we are here we might as well dance!" Last edited by austinsdad; 04-28-2008 at 07:35 PM.

04-28-2008, 08:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
melosu58 SW 10 yrs and over Community Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Richmond Va Posts: 11,260 Images: 73	I agree on the feeding part also. I would feed every other day. __________________ View My Tanks Click here to Visit FantasyReef

04-29-2008, 08:25 AM	#18 (permalink)
melosu58 SW 10 yrs and over Community Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Richmond Va Posts: 11,260 Images: 73	OK guys let`s keep it on helping the OP. We dont need for this thread to get out of hand. I dont want to have to lock this thread out. __________________ View My Tanks Click here to Visit FantasyReef

04-29-2008, 12:08 PM	#19 (permalink)
Devilishturtles Aquarium Advice Addict Community Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Frederick, Maryland Posts: 7,773 Images: 17	I'm very sorry to Betsy that some members of our community cannot keep their mouths shut and move on. This thread is now closed to any more discussion. Betsy, if you have further questions, please start a new thread. __________________ -Lindsay Live in the Western MD/West Virginia/DC Metro Area? Join our very active regional forum Here Like the advice someone just gave you? Add to their reputation! Click on the balance icon underneath their username and let them know.

04-28-2008, 04:45 PM	#12 (permalink)
tawolcott Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tired of the mod power plays; gone to another forum Posts: 261	OMG.. Think I'll pull up a chair, grab muh popcorn and watch this one

04-28-2008, 10:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
Fats71 Aquarium Advice Newbie Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 9	on feeding less.

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