Ok I am a newbie at planted tanks. I have a 29gallon planted tank low tech/low light. My anubias and 1 sword have an algae problem.
I am not sure if this is bba or hair algae.
My tank has been set up since December. Nitrates are between 10 and 20. I dose half cap excel every 2 to 3 days and use flourish once a week after a 50% water change.
Can anyone id this algae and give me any pointers on how to get rid of it? It appears mostly on older leaves and I have considered just trimming the plants. Also my juvie platies seem to be picking at it. So would it just be better to ignore it for now? I really don't want to go to a co2 system, should I increase the excel dosage?
I am not sure if this is bba or hair algae.
My tank has been set up since December. Nitrates are between 10 and 20. I dose half cap excel every 2 to 3 days and use flourish once a week after a 50% water change.
Can anyone id this algae and give me any pointers on how to get rid of it? It appears mostly on older leaves and I have considered just trimming the plants. Also my juvie platies seem to be picking at it. So would it just be better to ignore it for now? I really don't want to go to a co2 system, should I increase the excel dosage?
