Red algae

[Nick d]

Hello all, what is the easiest way to get rid of nuisance red algae? Parameters are as follows: 275 gal reef system total, 210 gal tank, sal 1.024. Ca 450, mag 1275, new reef octopus3000 skimmer, ro water o ppm, Kh 11.
I've had this problem for about 6 mo. And can't seem to get rid of it.

 

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Red Slime / Cyanobacteria

Red Slime / Cyanobacteria

Hello all, what is the easiest way to get rid of nuisance red algae? Parameters are as follows: 275 gal reef system total, 210 gal tank, sal 1.024. Ca 450, mag 1275, new reef octopus3000 skimmer, ro water o ppm, Kh 11.
I've had this problem for about 6 mo. And can't seem to get rid of it.

Hi Nick d. Thank you for your message and we are sorry to hear you are experiencing this issue. We have several videos and articles that address this topic. Please check them out and let us know if you have follow up questions afterward.

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