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Old 01-28-2006, 03:53 PM   #1
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green algae

my sand bed is starting to get green spots of algae. and i dont have the ability to post a picture. but it's in little spot's and look's, like fuzzy. and i want to know what it may be and want to get it under control.
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Old 01-28-2006, 04:14 PM   #2
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sounds like hair algae to me. There are alot of posts on this malady, you might want to do a search.
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okay thanks i want to get it under control
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Old 01-28-2006, 06:01 PM   #4
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Yes there is several causes for this algea. Do you use Tap water? How often do you feed? Do you have a skimmer? So many question so little time. Good Luck.
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