Hair algae stuck to zoas?

[W00F]

Hey Everyone,

I read a few threads and it seems I have hair algae targeting my zoas.

Do you think that’s correct?
Should I do a 50/50 Hydrogen Peroxide dip for a couple minutes?

Thanks!

 

[lazycouch]

Hey Everyone,

I read a few threads and it seems I have hair algae targeting my zoas.

Do you think that’s correct?
Should I do a 50/50 Hydrogen Peroxide dip for a couple minutes?

Thanks!

yes try that while scrubbing gently with a tooth brush or make up brush, make sure the polyps are fully closed before dipping. you want to create as much agitation as possible, may even be good to get it off with tweezers. ps i have these zoas too haha! (didn’t read that part about targeting the actual zoas, like mentioned they target nutrients around the base) i avoid this by blasting the base of my zoas with a turkey baster during every water change which also helps them propagate.

 

[Ranjib]

I dont think its accurate. They are not targeting your zoa, but the base where nutrient might be available. Start with a one time mechanical removal when they are closed up and take it from there

 

[W00F]

I dont think its accurate. They are not targeting your zoa, but the base where nutrient might be available. Start with a one time mechanical removal when they are closed up and take it from there

what mechanical removal method would you recommend? I see tweezers being recommended but it seems that will be challenging. I was thinking a razor blade.

 

[Ranjib]

what mechanical removal method would you recommend? I see tweezers being recommended but it seems that will be challenging. I was thinking a razor blade.

I am a savage person, i use my finger nails straight. If the piece of rock where the zoas are attached is removable, i would just take it out and scrub it off with my nails first followed by a dry rub with kitchen towel/tissue and then rinse it in salt water mix. I used to do this as part of water change chores.

 

[scabbedwings616]

So I’ve done both mechanical and hydrogen peroxide on zoa frags. I’ve done both methods on both and found that if you can target the area with hydrogen peroxide and soak just the plug in it mixed or staight, you will be better off. I personally with my cheaper zoos using straight hydrogen peroxide soaking and the more expensive ones, I use a small eye drop on the plug and spot treat the plug avoiding the zoa. It’s a finding the balance in it and Learning the plug. Scrubbing it without hydrogen peroxide, it’ll just come right backm