Duke October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Just a couple of nights ago I noticed little bubbly substance on my rocks, I didn't really think much if it. Now I'm getting worried, it's taken over half my rocks and now onto my corals! I'm 100% sure this is bubble algae. I've tried fighting it with a turkey Baster but its literally an uphill battle. Has anyone dealt with this issue? I need help! I don't know what to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JR-Tanked150 October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Don't pop any of them, it will make it worse. Small Emerald and ruby crabs will eat them, someone recently posted, a kalk paste to help get rid of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Looks like Cyano on phone not bubble algae...but hard for me to see on phone Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sachabballi reef October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 When you use baster does it float off in a mass? Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 28, 2013 Author Share October 28, 2013 Here's a shot of one that's stuck to my glass Wouldn't the crabs make it worst by spreading the spores? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 I'm with Jenn, looks like Cyano, not bubble algae. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trockafella October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Looks like cyano to me.. You need more flow and better water quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JR-Tanked150 October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 bubble algae is green and semi hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 28, 2013 Author Share October 28, 2013 I did leave my wp40 unplugged for at least a week. I figured it was too much flow for a 46g. Right now I was just running a maxijet. Maybe that was what caused it in the beginning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ford October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Is this a new tank? Looks like nitrogen gas bubbles trapped under cyano to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 28, 2013 Author Share October 28, 2013 It has been running since July. I originally had it running on a canister filter. I recently just got a overflow box and now it's running thru a 10g sump with a sca1 skimmer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 28, 2013 Author Share October 28, 2013 On another note. I have noticed a lot of bubbles floating to the surfaces. A lot more than I ever had since I've had this tank running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Ford October 28, 2013 Share October 28, 2013 Those bubbles are getting stuck under the Cyano. You should notice a difference if you increase your flow. If you turn off all circulation I'd be willing to bet you would have tons of bubbles everywhere in no time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 28, 2013 Author Share October 28, 2013 Well hopefully turning back on my wave maker solves this problem. I do notice bubbles are trapped under what appears to be purple, violet slim. Thanks for everyone's help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallreef October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 And do a few good water changes..... That with the uptick in flow should help...you may also want to cut back on your lights for a few days.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkiboy October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 (edited) yeah, bubble algae are firm bubbles. this is cyano and everyone's advice is spot on. better water quality, time, and more flow. the areas with the cyano are the dead spots in your tank where detritus has likely settled as well. just get to doing a bit of maintenance and you'll be good as new in no time. Edited October 29, 2013 by monkiboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zygote2k October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 those aren't nitrogen bubbles but rather C02. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 Maybe get a critter for cleanup that eats cyanobacteria? I cant put my finger on one, but I imagine something eats it. Do you test nitrate and phosphate? Do you use tap water? Are you dumping in too much light? I wonder if your PO4 and NO3 are really high. Skimming doesnt get rid of them. Water changes with DI mixed new salt and macro algae growth in a fuge with a strong light does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howaboutme October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 You're at the 4/5 month mark of your tank? Sounds about right. Routine (or up your) maintenance and it'll go away. It's part of the natural cycle of your tank. Some faster, some slower. It took about 2 months for me. Here's my adventure documented: http://wamas.org/forums/topic/57843-is-this-cyano/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar Magnolia October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 If you aren't doing so already, run some GFO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wangspeed October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 It's just oxygen. A byproduct of photosynthesis performed by cyano or algae. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke October 29, 2013 Author Share October 29, 2013 I am using RODI water. My girlfriend recently lend me her d120 led to better growth my sps. Should I run a gfo when I upgrade to my 125g? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flooddc October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 I am using RODI water. My girlfriend recently lend me her d120 led to better growth my sps. That's explains the reason for the algae outbreak! cut back the power and light cycle. http://wamas.org/forums/topic/59017-algae-outbreak-cause-by-led-light-maybe/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 I am using RODI water. My girlfriend recently lend me her d120 led to better growth my sps. Should I run a gfo when I upgrade to my 125g? I wouldn't, a lot of people have had cyno outbreaks once they switch to the LED's, or have a young/just starting up tank. Like suggested, cut your photo period down, or all together for a couple days. Focus on your water quality, and flow. No need to add chemi I wouldn't start dosing anything or running anything that you're not currently doing, just my opinion, although you should do what works for you, and do what makes sense. Research GFO and see what people have to say about it before presuming you should make it an addition to your tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime October 29, 2013 Share October 29, 2013 That's explains the reason for the algae outbreak! cut back the power and light cycle. http://wamas.org/forums/topic/59017-algae-outbreak-cause-by-led-light-maybe/ This is good info as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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