Hello reef experts!
I am treating a bubble algae infestation with Vibrant. So far, it seems to be slowly working with no adverse effects on my livestock. I removed my refugium algae temporarily during this treatment and began skimming again, so as a result I expect I am getting a drop in pH due to the lack of photosynthesis and the nitrates being consumed by bacteria in the tank (I am also using AF Pro-Bio, so I'm essentially carbon dosing to bring my phosphates and nitrates down slowly). I have been monitoring my alkalinity. It has begun dropping faster than before, even when I upped the daily dose by 2mL soda ash solution. Should I continue raising my alk dosing to keep it stable, or will this have unintended consequences considering I am treating for algae? My calcium is high (around 600) from my calcium doser timer accidentally turning on.
For what it's worth, the coral seems happier than ever. Thoughts?
I am treating a bubble algae infestation with Vibrant. So far, it seems to be slowly working with no adverse effects on my livestock. I removed my refugium algae temporarily during this treatment and began skimming again, so as a result I expect I am getting a drop in pH due to the lack of photosynthesis and the nitrates being consumed by bacteria in the tank (I am also using AF Pro-Bio, so I'm essentially carbon dosing to bring my phosphates and nitrates down slowly). I have been monitoring my alkalinity. It has begun dropping faster than before, even when I upped the daily dose by 2mL soda ash solution. Should I continue raising my alk dosing to keep it stable, or will this have unintended consequences considering I am treating for algae? My calcium is high (around 600) from my calcium doser timer accidentally turning on.
For what it's worth, the coral seems happier than ever. Thoughts?
