Reddish looking algae problem???

[DE_BO]

My suggestions how to get rid of this? It's growing pretty quickly.






Thanks

 

[Jacobsal91]

Scrub it off the glass ann remove the rocks and scrub with hot water, Then perform a water change and purchase an algae eater... Seems you have small frontosa, May i sugest a bristlenose pleco? Dependent on the actual size of your tank i would say at least get a 4 inch one if you can

 

[Cichlid-dude]

Looks like diatoms. It will go away on its own in time. Is this a new set up?

 

[DE_BO]

Thanks for the replies!!! I guess I'll clean the rocks and go from there. Guess I'll look around for a BNP. Not crazy about them though!!

 

[Labenator65000]

My suggestions how to get rid of this? It's growing pretty quickly.

Thanks

I think it makes it look more natural. Unless you find that it is harmful or you don't like he look, you can just let it go.

I have had good luck removing unwanted algae with a mixture of bleach and water (19:1). Just make sure it's safe to use with your expensive Holy Rock, rinse thoroughly, and soak in Prime before returning it to your tank.