aqua_chem
Aquarium Advice Addict
I agree with the light being the issue, although I disagree that the 12000K bulb is a problem. 12000K bulbs have emissions in the ranges that plant needs, but their overall color is a bit more blue, which, aesthetically speaking, isn't very attractive in FW for most people. I would at least reduce the light to 2 bulbs (never 4) and see if you see any improvement. Also start spot treating your algae with either excel or peroxide to help get rid of whatever you have, or just snip it off (probably the better option).
Also, I do a 50% WC every weak, and have done back-to-back 70% water changes. As long as you have good WC technique (matching temp, dechlor, etc), it's pretty hard to even phase fish with WCs.
Also, I do a 50% WC every weak, and have done back-to-back 70% water changes. As long as you have good WC technique (matching temp, dechlor, etc), it's pretty hard to even phase fish with WCs.