Algae

[Candi1990]

What can I do to get rid of algae? Besides buying an algae eater? I have fry in the tank... So there is a pantyhose on the filter that may be part of the cause but u can't do anything about it. I took all the decor out of the tank... It was turning green. What is a safe way to clean it before I put it back in? Is there something else I need to put in the water? Does water changes prevent the growth of Algae?

 

[Cornstar]

It really depends on what kind of algae you have. But from the sounds of it, you just need to do more pwc, reduce light and reduce feeding.

 

[Candi1990]

It really depends on what kind of algae you have. But from the sounds of it, you just need to do more pwc, reduce light and reduce feeding.

From what I just researched I think your right. I rear where people are ok with the algae with fry because you can't clean it... But I can't do it. Water isn't green or anything I just see it growing on the sides and on the decor. I will do exactly what you suggested. Thanks!