What kind of Algae is this and what are these white things.

[Andrew_3896]

I have this green algae growing, only in that in that one spot.

What kind is it and how should I get rid of it.

I also have all kinds of white things on the back of my tank.

They usually appear after the cerith snails lay eggs. What are they.

 

[Malifry97]

The algae looks like GHA (green hair algae) and the white things are probably pods of some sort. Could be baby snails though. A better picture of the white dots would be helpful

 

[Arthacker87]

Hair algae and little filter feeders (little feather dusters I believe). Part if cycling tanks

 

[Andrew_3896]

Sorry for the late reply.

I can’t seem to get a better picture.

So I understand that emerald crabs are good for the algae, correct?

Thanks.

 

[Gungnir]

Are those white dots spiral in shape? If you look very closely do you see little fans coming out? Might be Spirobid worms-- they are on the back of my tank like that and also a few on the glass.

 

[Heart of Dixie]

The white spots could be CA precipitating out.

 

[Andrew_3896]

I will take a close look. I think they are spiral looking. Thanks.