Whats growing here

[Bizzaro]

I pumped my tank with co2 last week and make the batch a little to strong... now i got this growing on my java moss thats close to the top water level. What can u do to get rid of it.

 

[Tokis-Phoenix]

It looks like blancket weed, i've mostly seen it in ponds, i've heard its very difficult to get rid of.

 

[guppy]

Looks like a type of green hair algae, remove what you can and try shading it for a while.

 

[Liam]

Maybe some spec of pleco will remove it?

 

[Lupin]

Maybe some spec of pleco will remove it?

Not a good solution. You are adding up the bioload. Best to stick manually and do the best that you can to contain it.

 

[Sakon]

Algae removing "Tank Buddies" are sold at Wal Mart and most aquatics stores. However:

• kills all plants
• contains metals which kill invertebrates
• you must remove your filter carbon

 

[Dr Joe]

Will it vacuum off?

Will it come off with a toothbrush?

Remove as much as you can, then darken the tank and lower the co2 for a few days.

Or live with it, it's a good filter but it will kill the plant (usually).

Dr Joe

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