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Hey reefers what methods can I use to remove bubble algae I already have 3 emerald crabs that don’t seem to be doing anything to it. Please let me know
I don’t have any pictures and if I can I’ll upload themCan you provide pics of your emerald crabs? I’ve seen some sold as such but they are not true emeralds. Vibrant also works as others suggested.
I already have a foxface and nothing on him doing anythingHi! Vibrant did wonders for me, 90% melted and gone within 2 months of starting.
You could also do manual removal with the pumps off (scrape them off the rocks, do NOT burst bubbles they are full of spores) then spend 1/2 an hour or so netting out all the bubbles. I would really only recommend this if the tank is smaller or if the problem is in specific areas.
If tank size allows, Foxface fish will eat the bubble algae. Please do not cram one of these fish in a tiny tank
I would do all of these options in a combined attack, if the emeralds are not damaging your corals then leave them in there too, they will help manage the algae after you get rid of it. Good luck! You’ll need it
I find it takes an army. I manually remove as much as I can then use vibrant and also make sure you have a solid cleanup crew. I have had 2 fights with it and once I get the bubble alge under control I usually have a small bout with cino and even some hair algea... no quick fix...
I have also done some short 2-3 day blackouts of my tank which has helped also.
Manual removal and vibrant worked for me in about 2 months. My tank was covered. I highly recommend.