Tank Cycle w/ Dr. Tim's
- Thread starter cccharliecc
- Start date
- Tagged users None
U
User1
Guest
Hair algae of some type. Clean up crew time. They will mow it down.
U
User1
Guest
It is growing and or spreading based on the image you showed. I'm seeing strands elsewhere. The short answer is yes, part of the cycle just like diatoms are. I wouldn't go crazy on a clean up crew unless there is more or it is out of control. I'm sure others will be able to provide more input but basically diatoms and hair algae, or other algae, can assist in taking care of it. I guess what I'm saying is depending on how bad or wide spread it is I wouldn't go adding 200 snails tomorrow 
However, adding a hand full may not hurt.
However, adding a hand full may not hurt.
U
User1
Guest
I don't think UV would effect or do anything so no - although I'm not an expert. Hair algae will be consumed by a clean up crew such has turbo snails, emerald crabs, or any other algae eating creature. I don't recall how far along your tank is but some tangs would also do the job. Torchus snails come to mind if you have any - just set them on the rock and let them go.
Are you feeding the tank or how far along the cycle is it and water parameters. It would be the standard process to follow.
Are you feeding the tank or how far along the cycle is it and water parameters. It would be the standard process to follow.
Thanks. I did just on a whim to be honest. Last night I added 20 ml of ammonia and will measure here in a couple of minutes. I'm interested to see what it reads after that dose before I toss in the All in One product. If it is in the proper range then I'll have it added by noon
I'm having a really difficult time for some reason balancing my sump's water level vs. tested power failure and overflow. I needed a bigger sump due to the amount of water returning to the sump
You can drill the sea swirl, I drilled the pvc elbow attachment just before the threads. Works great.
U
User1
Guest
Ok - so definitely a part of the end to end cycle and process. Probably safe to add a small clean up crew. Snail of your choice for sure. Several to choose from. I prefer those that tend to get back up if they fall over. Turbos are great but usually struggle in reef aquaria to right when on their side or backs. I avoid hermits because they always go for the snails if I forget to add empty shells.
U
User1
Guest
Thanks. I still haven't done this but really need to. As dumb as this sounds I may need to send you a message with a picture to make sure I understand where! It is a pretty small hole regardless, right? And angled down since water will exit?
Just drill it straight thru... two holes on each. No angle.
Two holes per SS I should have said.
U
User1
Guest
Thanks. Your SS is threaded up top? Mine is slip on with threaded on the exit. Here is a crud picture based on how yours is done I would drill in the middle a tick below the top of the elbow?
Last edited by a moderator:
I cant see your pic. Too small.
U
User1
Guest
Hmm. Tried to edit - maybe it will work now.
Yes as long as you dont drill the part of the ss attached to the unit... if that is just the pvc fitting then yeah go for it.
U
User1
Guest
How is your tank doing since the hair algae outbreak (minor)?
My cycle seems to still be running its course or so it would appear. Ammonia is 0 (possibly 0.2), Nitrite 1+, and Nitrate is 20 - 50 using Red Sea kits according to the test I ran this afternoon. That is about the same result compared to the test on 2/23 and again on 2/25. Go figure.
My cycle seems to still be running its course or so it would appear. Ammonia is 0 (possibly 0.2), Nitrite 1+, and Nitrate is 20 - 50 using Red Sea kits according to the test I ran this afternoon. That is about the same result compared to the test on 2/23 and again on 2/25. Go figure.
cccharliecc
Well-Known Member
I am getting green hair algae now, I’ve been pulling it out manually. It’s a pain!!
Added some lps and sps last week. They’re doing good.
Couple of clowns still going strong.
Gonna add some more fish maybe next week.
Added some lps and sps last week. They’re doing good.
Couple of clowns still going strong.
Gonna add some more fish maybe next week.
U
User1
Guest
Good to hear on progress, not algae though. Have you added any snails that may help to control it and/or a emerald crab?
sfin52
So many pedestrians so little time
I agree if you are getting hair algea keep is short so your algea eaters can get the upper hand. I would increase your snail population.
Similar threads
