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problems with brown algae in 110 gal tank



 
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Nano
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 18, 2007 4:18 pm    Post subject: problems with brown algae in 110 gal tank Reply with quote
I have a 110 gal tank with assorted cichlids. I recently have developed a problem with brown algae. It started a week or so after I had cleaned it. I vacumed and cleaned the gravel, did my usual water change, and cleaned the filter sponges. I have a trickle filter system, I even cleaned the filter box below. I don't know what is causing this, does anyone have any ideas what might be the possible cause, and what I can do abouit it? Thanks!
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t_chelle16
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 20, 2007 3:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Brown algae (which isn't really algae) is generally caused by not enough light or too many minerals/organics in the water.

I'm on well water and I have a big problem with it.

-Chelle
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