Green Alge On Glass

[Shelly1965]

Hi I am suffering with green algea on the glass, the water is clear and the plants are fine. I have never had this problem before but I am struggling to sort it. I have even purchased some smails to help!!!

Any advice would be GR8.
Thanks

 

[raptorrex]

Hi I am suffering with green algea on the glass, the water is clear and the plants are fine. I have never had this problem before but I am struggling to sort it. I have even purchased some smails to help!!!

Any advice would be GR8.
Thanks

you could try to cut the amount of Daylight the tank recives! or get a plec/ CAE or Amano shrimp. you can get Tank magnets that let you clean the glass on the inside without putting your hand in the aquarium.

 

[George Farmer]

Welcome to TFF!

Some algae on the glass is normal. Unless you are seeing excessive build-up every day then do not be concerned.

Better to have algae there than on the plants!

As mentioned algae magnets are very effective. Just ensure no sand/gravel gets trapped underneath as it will scratch the glass.