Paper looking slime

[Jeffed76]

I don’t know what it is, but I know I don’t like it! Any idea what it is and how to kill it? I’ve been vacuuming it up but it keeps coming back.

Aquarium info: 20 long, 2 tetras, 5 cherry shrimp, and planted (lots of Java moss with som grass slowly starting to grow)

 

[fishorama]

Cyano bacteria AKA blue/geen algae. Vaccuum! & dose...something I can't think of right now, sorry, brain fart.

 

[Jeffed76]

Thanks for the ID! Will a UV light in the filter help or is there a fish that will eat it? Is this stuff safe for shrimp? https://www.chewy.com/tetra-no-more-algae-controls-algae/dp/125879?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hg&utm_content=Tetra&utm_term=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsKaMktv04wIVSrzACh1MqwpJEAQYASABEgIZq_D_BwE

 

[OrionGirl]

You need to address the cause. There isn't anything that eats it. Manual removal and nutrient control will help, as will adding circulation--it only builds up in low flow areas.

There are lots of 'cures' sold, but many of them have serious impact on your beneficial bacteria. I'd try non-additive options first.

 

[FreshyFresh]

Just to add to the above advice, what type of lighting and how long do you keep it on?

 

[ustabefast]

This stuff works:

Amazon.com : Ultralife Blue Green Slime Stain Remover : Aquarium Treatments : Pet Supplies

Amazon.com : Ultralife Blue Green Slime Stain Remover : Aquarium Treatments : Pet Supplies

www.amazon.com

As the others said, you will also need to address the root cause, which is probably excessives nutrients, and do extra water changes while treating.

 

[samwoodblack]

I think that you should change lights