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05-18-2007, 12:48 PM
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| Midas Blenny  | Cheato Algae Prblems Hi all, I think that my cheato algae is not hapy. I have it in my refugium about one month but I still not see they are growing. My lights are a 50/50 and the period is 6 pm-6am. When the algae arrive, it was very very brillant green color, but now its color is geen in some areas and brown in others. Can be this a problem. In the refugium I am using 1" of sand and 2" of miracle mud. Any suggestion? Thanks
__________________ 55 g aquarium Acua C remora pro w mag 3 and pre filter box skimmer 40 lbs of LR refugium 18 g with caulerpa 1/10 chiller 4" dsb Ammonia = 0 Nitrite = 0 Nitrate = 10 pH = 8.3 Ca = 480 Alk ~ 3.0 |
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05-18-2007, 12:58 PM
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| The Wand Geek was here. ;)   | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems It may be lack of lighting. Try increasing the photo period and/or getting a stronger light. It could also be that the bottom part of the chaeto is shaded due to the density of the ball of algae. Try gently pulling the 'clump' apart to allow more light to penetrate the lower parts. Another good thing to do is to 'swish' teh ball of chaeto to clean off any settled ditritus on it. Low Iron would make the entire clump of algae turn light green so I don't think that is an issue.
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05-18-2007, 01:22 PM
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| Reef Addict (hopeless)   | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Since Cheato grows in such a dense ball I rotate mine once a week because I have heard of the lower portion suffering from less than adequate light and dieing off. When I rotate mine I add a filter sock to the output (it's a HOB system that gravity feeds into the display tank) so that the loose particles don't get sucked back into the main tank. Then I just remove the sock after about 10minutes and rinse it clean and let it dry. This works very good for My setup! Also I have a dedicated fuge light that I rub 24/7 and the cheato LOVES it!! Allen 
__________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!  Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!  |
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05-18-2007, 01:33 PM
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| The Wand Geek was here. ;) | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Quote:
LOL 
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05-18-2007, 02:15 PM
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| Excellent Guesser :D   | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Quote:
__________________ Victor ----- People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on. | |
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05-18-2007, 02:28 PM
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| Hey!Its not my fault  | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Just like a genie in a bottle... I need three wishes
__________________ 265 Gallon Reef built into basement wall. Lighting = 6x250 watts MH, 2x96 watt PC ,and 2x140 watt VHO for a total watt of 1,972 watts  . New addition on 4-14-07 of 100 gallon sump and 100 gallon refugium. I think I have lost my mind. Gotta love this hobby   VickiLife is like a pathway of untrodden snow. Be careful how you step in it for every mark will show Definition of FRIENDSHIP: All lives touch other lives to create something new and alive My tank chronicles. http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...wall-reef.html |
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05-18-2007, 02:32 PM
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| Midas Blenny | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems ok thanks for the suggestions. I will try to do are of your recomendations. And sorry for my spelling and gramatic, I am from Puerto Rico and belive me I am doing a hight effort LOL
__________________ 55 g aquarium Acua C remora pro w mag 3 and pre filter box skimmer 40 lbs of LR refugium 18 g with caulerpa 1/10 chiller 4" dsb Ammonia = 0 Nitrite = 0 Nitrate = 10 pH = 8.3 Ca = 480 Alk ~ 3.0 |
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05-18-2007, 03:34 PM
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Oh don't you worry.. they weren't picking on you... I typed "rub" when I meant "run" in My last post! Maybe my MIND was somewhere else when I was replying *S* Allen Quote:
__________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! | |
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05-18-2007, 05:30 PM
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| The CodFather ~ | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Quote:
__________________ ...and when I'm old and wise little things mean little to me like autumn winds they'll blow right through me and someday, in the mist of time when they ask you if you knew me remember that you were a friend of mine | |
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05-18-2007, 06:21 PM
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| Brunt of all Jokes~ | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Onix could you clarify your alc? if its 3.o dkh you are way low, if its 3.0 meq you are still low, with the calc at 450 your out of balance, you should get a mag test kit as well. Steve |
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05-21-2007, 11:47 AM
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| Midas Blenny | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Quote:
Yes men I see the link and thanks for sharing your impression about PR.
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05-21-2007, 11:50 AM
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| Midas Blenny | Re: Cheato Algae Prblems Quote:
__________________ 55 g aquarium Acua C remora pro w mag 3 and pre filter box skimmer 40 lbs of LR refugium 18 g with caulerpa 1/10 chiller 4" dsb Ammonia = 0 Nitrite = 0 Nitrate = 10 pH = 8.3 Ca = 480 Alk ~ 3.0 | |
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