Sand sifters and algae control?

[axepilot]

My 75G FO with some live rock has been experiencing an algae bloom, most annoyingly on the sand. I have 6 turbo snails in the tank, but they're not interested in the sand. I need something to handle the algae on the sand. I'll admit that that my nitrate level is a bit high, and I'm trying to manage this with more frequent water changes. The algae grows in thin mats across the top of the sand.

Will sand sifters help?

 

[OrionGirl]

I'd add some nasarrius or cerith snails. Both will spend lots of time in and on the sand, and help keep it clear.

 

[axepilot]

Thanks, OrionGirl!