Getting rid of Cyano

[seacat]

whats the easiest way to get rid of cyano? its starting to take over my tank. I switched back to my regular output lights, hoping that it will help. What else?

 

[phases99]

Using a chemical solution is the easiest way but unless you correct the problem you are just applying a temporary fix.

You may find a few ideas in one of my earlier posts. Good Luck

http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=39039&highlight=

 

[seacat]

thanks alot that really helps. Will putting the NO lights help with the algae at all or not?

 

[JamesR]

if you don't use ro/di water for top offs and with water changes, it will make a bid difference if you start using it.

also, careful not to overfeed (not saying you do)

Jim

 

[seacat]

ya i already use ri/do water. im sure i do over feed, but you have to with my two pigs the clown will never stop eating and the damsel is just sinking food potrol. so nothin really ever even gets to stay on the sand bed

 

[xxmoorishmanxx]

along with whats been said it helped me to raise my calcium levels

 

[coralife]

WATER CHANEVERY TWO WEEKS HELPED ME, i HAVE NO PROBLEMS NOW

 

[Devilishturtles]

That, and an increased water flow. Adding another powerhead really helped to keep the junk off the sand.

 

[JamesR]

great point, cyano likes stagnant water. great water movement will help. Can you add a PH?

Jim

 

[phases99]

thanks alot that really helps. Will putting the NO lights help with the algae at all or not?

Cyano can flourish under NO's as well if the bulbs are old and have shifted spectrum. If your bulbs are new then its most likely a nutrient problem and changing to NO's is not going to help.

 

[SALTY72]

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