JG1
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It's lyngbya (a type of cyano) or a relative of it. I think without microscope or a sample send to an expert, it's impossible to ID correctly. 3 days without light will kill the majority of them (but they might come back if nothing else is outcompeting them for space and nutrient). There are also snails that will eat them. If you are looking to go this route, I would suggest that you talk to John at reefcleaner.org; he should be able to help you. The sea hare that I used to have also eats it. drummereef also had great success with a certain Zeovit products. You might want to PM him for info. Lyngbya seems to be able to thrive in both nutrient rich or poor environment which makes it some what difficult to deal with. Generally speaking, it seems like when our tanks are so devoid with other algae or micro-organisms is when they would take over a tank. When your tank matures, it will get out competed.
Temperature also has a lot to do with it. The higher the temp, the faster it will grow. If possible, I would lower temp a degree or 2.
Good luck JG!
Yeah, I saw over at the zeo forum he used zeozym and biomate. I just happen to have both and began dosing yesterday.
I just set my heaters to come on at 76 instead of 78.
Guess I'll just keep my fingers crossed.
Should I do a lights out period for a few days ya think?