Green Dusting of Algae of Rocks - Nutrients, Photo period or both?

Is this algae observation...

  • Too high nutrients

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  • Too Much light

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I recently switched lights - from one black box to another on my 40G Breeder. Since the switch - approximately 3 weeks ago, I am noticing a persistent growth of algae on top of rocks. The algae is easily removed with brush...

I am working to reduce nutrients with regular W/Cs bi-weekly.

My question -
Is this a sign of too much nutrients
Too much light
Both

What is the best action to take?
 

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It could be a sign of too small a CuC.
 

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