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Brown Algae

Debbie Hauter
Q. My tank just finished the cycle and now there is this ugly Brown Algae on everything. How do I get rid of it?

A. Experiencing a nuisance brown algae bloom shortly after cycling a new tank is normal.

Not a brown algae at all, but what are called diatoms, these organisms need what all marine alga require to survive: light and food. The cure for this type of problem algae is the same as the prevention: Starve it into oblivion.

Here's How >> Simple Cure for Brown Algae Problems

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