Hi Bart! This is Monita from her new account! I have a video idea for you - maybe you could do a video about planted tanks? I've been thinking of converting my tank to a planted tank with a school of tetras but I'm not too sure where to start.
I've just finished a video that covers everything you need to know to start a planted tank! It'll go live on monday. You inspired this video, I'm curious to hear what you think!
Good video! Not going to lie,also good to know I'm not the only one dealing with brown hair algae! I just passed week 8 in New tank&have been dealing with minor amounts for last 3 weeks. I think cleaning your plants in the tank water,isnt all that helpful as the algae isnt truly being removed entirely. As troubling as it is,I removed all my live plants&soaked in a vinegar/water solution. Used like ½ small cap to 1.5 gall of water. Left them in there for 3-12 hours,rinsed off thoroughly &replanted. Seems to have helped. Also did a 20 % water change. Lights are usually 75% strength for 8 hours.
I ran into a similar problem. I reduced the lighting period, did water changes ( my nitrates and phosphate levels were never high), added more members to the clean up crew, and I was only able to slow the algae down. As the nerites and otocinclus would clean an area, the algae would grow right back when they moved on to the next area. I saw that a few youtubers were recommending using hydrogen peroxide to combat algae, but cautioned that it was dangerous for some plants and fish. I remembered back in my reef tank days, that some hobbyist were using ozone run off of an ORP controller and decided to try an experiment. I bought a handheld ORP meter and started monitoring the tanks reading. With a desired band of 200 to 250mV, when the water dropped below, I started dosing H2O2 , 3ml (premixed in tank water) at a time (on a 64gallon tank). The fish and plants were fine, and the algae stopped colonizing the areas cleared by the snails and fish. The algae produces spores that fill the tank water and drop the redox. It creates the environment that is beneficial for itself and not the plants. By boosting the redox number we can tip the balance back in our favor.
I have found that the best thing is just time. I am at the same set up stage as you. A bit of manual removal and just let time pass and it will disappear.
Main cause are phosphates and nitrates build up. You noticed water changes do helped. The most important stability factor is your filters. Most used the common bio filters which only converts ammonium to nitrates. Anoxic filters will convert nitrates to nitrogen gas. Anoxic filters cannot convert all the nitrates as nitrates are always being produced all the time. The short of it, it will help.
I have some tanks I've had for almost a year and I just recently have a nasty horrible attack of hair algae and the slime it creates. I feel your pain. I'm reducing my lighting times and hope it goes away. When I clean it off my plants and rocks, etc., it leaves slime and bunches of muck all about the aquarium in the water and on top of the substrate. It's gotta go as I have to deal with this way too long.
Hi Bart, very good video again, I fully agree, lights & Biological balance. I set my lights on a timer 6hrs a day ( 3hrs in the morning & 3hrs afternoon.) I am convinced that Biological Balance is a biggest factor, it was in my case, especially in a new tank. I think from what I see on UA-cam nearly every new Tank goes through the Algae stage. It was suggest to me to use Flourish Excel to help with the Algae, wether it was the Excel or the biological balance or the combination of both? I also did see a big improvement in my plants using Excel. ( poor man's Co2)
Hey there Roy, thanks! I've been dosing this tank with liquid ferts and pressurized co2. I'm not sure additional flourish excel would work but I can try because I have dutch alternative brand that does about the same. I'll try! Cheers -Bart!
@@AquariumGenius Bart, I, like you, look at a lot of fish videos on UA-cam. I have got a lot of good Practical ideas from the videos. I would like to share some of them with you ,if I could include photos, this would help. If you could tell me how I may be able to do this? Of course if you l want me to?. Roy
Hi, new sub from Australia. I’m having a hair algae problem on a 3 month old tank so thanks for the tips. I’m pretty sure it’s light related also. I’m using a cheap LED tank light, I’ve raised it & have been shortening duration to now 7 hours. I’m going to try putting some black tape over some of the LEDs so it’s not so bright. I’m hoping that works. How is your tank doing now?❤️🇦🇺
Massive thanks for watching and the comment. I hope you'll be able to fix your algae problem. I shut down this tank a while ago but the problem got better with some patience and some toothbrushing. Cheers from the other side of the globe, Bart
Patience and maintenance is the key factor here.dont trim the plants but let them creatie shade insteat. Meanwhile just remove it manualy and do waterchanges.
I have a major hair algae problem in my 55 gallon. In such a large tank the thought of manual removal makes me want to puke lol. I feel your pain. Especially people like me who are experienced aquarium keepers. It's annoying.
I absolutely LOVE the plants in your tank!! They look gorgeous!
Thank you! I'm really pleased with the way they are growing. The algae will make way for new growth soon I hope
Hi Bart! This is Monita from her new account! I have a video idea for you - maybe you could do a video about planted tanks? I've been thinking of converting my tank to a planted tank with a school of tetras but I'm not too sure where to start.
Hey there Monita! That's a great idea! Thanks!
I've just finished a video that covers everything you need to know to start a planted tank! It'll go live on monday. You inspired this video, I'm curious to hear what you think!
Good video! Not going to lie,also good to know I'm not the only one dealing with brown hair algae! I just passed week 8 in New tank&have been dealing with minor amounts for last 3 weeks. I think cleaning your plants in the tank water,isnt all that helpful as the algae isnt truly being removed entirely. As troubling as it is,I removed all my live plants&soaked in a vinegar/water solution. Used like ½ small cap to 1.5 gall of water. Left them in there for 3-12 hours,rinsed off thoroughly &replanted. Seems to have helped. Also did a 20 % water change. Lights are usually 75% strength for 8 hours.
I ran into a similar problem. I reduced the lighting period, did water changes ( my nitrates and phosphate levels were never high), added more members to the clean up crew, and I was only able to slow the algae down. As the nerites and otocinclus would clean an area, the algae would grow right back when they moved on to the next area. I saw that a few youtubers were recommending using hydrogen peroxide to combat algae, but cautioned that it was dangerous for some plants and fish. I remembered back in my reef tank days, that some hobbyist were using ozone run off of an ORP controller and decided to try an experiment. I bought a handheld ORP meter and started monitoring the tanks reading. With a desired band of 200 to 250mV, when the water dropped below, I started dosing H2O2 , 3ml (premixed in tank water) at a time (on a 64gallon tank). The fish and plants were fine, and the algae stopped colonizing the areas cleared by the snails and fish. The algae produces spores that fill the tank water and drop the redox. It creates the environment that is beneficial for itself and not the plants. By boosting the redox number we can tip the balance back in our favor.
What are the lights, you are using, I like the.
How did you make out with this algae after all? What did you end up doing to get rid of them? You said you would do an update but I don't see one.
I have found that the best thing is just time. I am at the same set up stage as you. A bit of manual removal and just let time pass and it will disappear.
Dealing with the brown algae too... thanks for sharing. You r videos were great...
Main cause are phosphates and nitrates build up. You noticed water changes do helped. The most important stability factor is your filters. Most used the common bio filters which only converts ammonium to nitrates. Anoxic filters will convert nitrates to nitrogen gas. Anoxic filters cannot convert all the nitrates as nitrates are always being produced all the time. The short of it, it will help.
I have some tanks I've had for almost a year and I just recently have a nasty horrible attack of hair algae and the slime it creates. I feel your pain. I'm reducing my lighting times and hope it goes away. When I clean it off my plants and rocks, etc., it leaves slime and bunches of muck all about the aquarium in the water and on top of the substrate. It's gotta go as I have to deal with this way too long.
Hi Bart, very good video again, I fully agree, lights & Biological balance. I set my lights on a timer 6hrs a day ( 3hrs in the morning & 3hrs afternoon.) I am convinced that Biological Balance is a biggest factor, it was in my case, especially in a new tank. I think from what I see on UA-cam nearly every new Tank goes through the Algae stage.
It was suggest to me to use Flourish Excel to help with the Algae, wether it was the Excel or the biological balance or the combination of both? I also did see a big improvement in my plants using Excel. ( poor man's Co2)
Hey there Roy, thanks! I've been dosing this tank with liquid ferts and pressurized co2. I'm not sure additional flourish excel would work but I can try because I have dutch alternative brand that does about the same. I'll try! Cheers -Bart!
@@AquariumGenius Bart, I, like you, look at a lot of fish videos on UA-cam. I have got a lot of good Practical ideas from the videos. I would like to share some of them with you ,if I could include photos, this would help. If you could tell me how I may be able to do this? Of course if you l want me to?. Roy
Roy I would love that! There's always more to learn. You can reach me on bart@aquariumgenius.com :D
I was about to post something similar :) the poor man's co2 seemed to help the plants out-compete the algae, at least in my experience.
Beautifully planted! Do you use root tabs or fertiliser? You have had a lot of success with plants and ordinary gravel.
i realize I'm kinda off topic but does anyone know a good place to stream new movies online ?
@Sutton Santino Flixportal
@Corey Knox thanks, signed up and it seems like a nice service :D I really appreciate it !
@Sutton Santino happy to help xD
Hi, new sub from Australia. I’m having a hair algae problem on a 3 month old tank so thanks for the tips. I’m pretty sure it’s light related also. I’m using a cheap LED tank light, I’ve raised it & have been shortening duration to now 7 hours. I’m going to try putting some black tape over some of the LEDs so it’s not so bright. I’m hoping that works. How is your tank doing now?❤️🇦🇺
Massive thanks for watching and the comment. I hope you'll be able to fix your algae problem. I shut down this tank a while ago but the problem got better with some patience and some toothbrushing. Cheers from the other side of the globe, Bart
great video. having the same issue right now, thanks for the tip! en jouw engels is echt top : )
I feel like putting mesh on the top of the tank would work to block some of the light. Hope this helped!
Maybe yes! I'm gonna see whether I'm gonna dim the light. So far I've not done it and the algae isnt terrible atm.
@@AquariumGenius Great!
I just had these, and in my case, it was most likely too little light and the uneaten fish food from trying to get my ammonia up
Patience and maintenance is the key factor here.dont trim the plants but let them creatie shade insteat. Meanwhile just remove it manualy and do waterchanges.
Are u trimming plants root too
How frequent you water change?
Hi! Have you tried only 1 light? they seem very intense... Good luck!
Hey there! I've tried that for a second and the beam was too narrow sadly. I might try this again soon. Thanks for the tip! Cheers -Bart
@@AquariumGenius Beautiful aquarium tho, waiting for more updates on this one!
I'll make sure to keep you updated! I've uploaded photos on instagram, my page is @aquariumgenius :)
@@AquariumGenius Nice! just followed you @greenunderwater
@@AquariumGenius how do you get rid of the silicates though? is daily water change enough?
Hair algae produces from spores so cleaning it off inside of the tank is not suggested. Do it in a different area
Thanxxc
I have a major hair algae problem in my 55 gallon. In such a large tank the thought of manual removal makes me want to puke lol. I feel your pain. Especially people like me who are experienced aquarium keepers. It's annoying.
How did it go? Did you manage? haha
Remove one light 🤷🏼♂️