alage bloom

[large_cichlids]

just got a bad algae bloom.with only one fish in the tank.whats the best thing to do.

 

[mostlycichlids]

water change and elbow grease. more info is needed to help further.

 

[large_cichlids]

thanks.......i just did that...and it seems to be doing the trick for now.

 

[mostlycichlids]

there are many things that can cause a algae bloom. The most common things are too much light, direct sunlight, over feeding, too little filteration, high nitrates etc. Here is an ok article that may help you in the future.

http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=68454