Bryopsis Questions

[bacon5]

Ok so I tried Tech M with not much success. I used it and the algae was weakened. I then took out all of the rock and scrubbed off the remaining algae. Around a month later it has grown back:sad1::headwallblue:

I would like to remove and scrub my rocks again, but I was wondering if there was something that I can soak them in, in addition to the scrubbing? I have read vinegar and muriatic acid. Also will this cause any problems if I do soak and them add them back to the aquarium with the corals and fish? None of my corals are mounted, so I dont have to worry about that. Thanks for any and all help.

William

 

[Dogshowgrl]

If you raise magnesium to 1500 and hold steady it will melt off. I couldn't take my rock out and it too a while but dit was so worth it. I also treated spots but putting my magnesium additive directly on it with pumps off and leave it for 20 min or so than turned the pumps on. It worked well until o found it in my over flows.... Bit if you are ripping out the rock and scrubbing I would soak it in a high magnesium solution. Good luck. I feel your pain.

 

[bacon5]

Thanks for the response. I actually did the whole tech M treatement. Raised it above 1600 and kept it there for 2 weeks. Like I said it turned whiteish and weakened. I then removed the rock, scrubbed and then I had no bryopsis for a while. It has since grown back so that is why I am trying to dip the rock in a more potent solution. I am concerned, though, since it will probable kill all the bacteria on the rock, and I am unsure if I can put the rock back in afterwards.

Also, for more background, the tank has been set up since April and I have only used RO/DI water.

 

[bacon5]

bump

 

[Grkgod36]

1600 isnt enough i keep mine at 1500 an the norm and it keeps it from coming back , you have to raise it at 1900 -2000 and keep it there for weeks or over a month,

manual removal as soon as you see it pop up, and when where theres really a dense patch turn the power heads off and smear it with kalk paste, i also read that a hydrogen peroxide paste will kill it also.

you can take the rocks our and scrub them in hydrogen peroxide soultion also.

if you choose to get the rocks scrub t

 

[thegrun]

I had to take my tank to 1900 ppm for the magnesium to take effect. Hydrogen peroxide sprayed on the algae will if not kill it certainly knock it back.

 

[Reef Frog]

After physically removing it, you will need to keep nutrient levels - phosphates in particular - as low as you can, and keep them there. If you slack off, it can return and you're back to square one. So running GFO is the most popular option or the more adventurous might try lanthium chloride.

Some opt to do full tank treatments with hydrogen peroxide at the same time. Unfortunately, beating bryopsis is not a short term project. GL.

 

[bacon5]

After physically removing it, you will need to keep nutrient levels - phosphates in particular - as low as you can, and keep them there. If you slack off, it can return and you're back to square one. So running GFO is the most popular option or the more adventurous might try lanthium chloride.

Some opt to do full tank treatments with hydrogen peroxide at the same time. Unfortunately, beating bryopsis is not a short term project. GL.

Thanks for the reply. How would you suggest to remove it? Just scrub?

 

[Grkgod36]

Just pull it off the rock grab it low so those damn roots can come out

 

[scuzy]

Spray it with hydrogen peroxide let it sit on it for 30 sec.

 

[gone fishin]

I had some on a rock awhile back. I just removed the rock and let it dry out for a couple of weeks. Prior to putting it back in the tank I scrubbed it and rinsed it off good, then put it back in the tank. Good luck just my 2 cents

 

[Reef Frog]

Thanks for the reply. How would you suggest to remove it? Just scrub?

You're quite welcome. Posts 9 & 10 are both options. If you're willing to go to the trouble of removing a rock, spot treatment with h peroxide is most effective as it melts the algae. I would also give the area a scrub with a small brush for good measure & rinse it too. Try to keep it off any corals on the rock, but brief exposure has never hurt anything IME. I Suggest reading up on it a little bit before doing it too.

Bryopsis can possibly come back from stray fragments. Peroxide helps neutralize it and hopefully zap the "roots" or holdfasts. After treatment, keep nutrients very low - slacking off on GFO replacement for a few days or a week can be all that is needed for a return so stay on it! Water changes, wet skimming & mechanical filtration are also very valuable after treatment.

Don't get discouraged if hounded s new sprig lol up again here or there. Pluck it out immediately and see if you need new GFO.

The simultaneous use of these multiple tactics over an extended period is the key. It's tedious & takes time. I'd also remove frag plugs from future coral purchases if possible, or clean them with a toothbrush & peroxide before introduction.