is this a problem algae and if so what do I do

[Birdman3611]

I have had this green type of algae growing on this rock and now it is starting to show upon on sand bed. Is this going to be a problem/what can I do to take care if it? Thanks!

 

[stanleo]

If it comes off easily then it is turf algae. I have it and just brush it off with every water change. I am going to get a lawnmower blenny to help with it.

 

[wenliu51]

I used to brush off my algae and I got tired of this. I currently use Dr. Tim's Waste Away slow-release gels that I stick to a low flow area. And now I'm wondering if there is enough algae for the urchins and snails...

 

[vetteguy53081]

I do not see presence of cleaner crew. Add some snails and reduce white light intensity.
Snails:
Turbo
Nassarius
Trochus
Nerite
Astrea
A few blue leg hermits

 

[Birdman3611]

I do not see presence of cleaner crew. Add some snails and reduce white light intensity.
Snails:
Turbo
Nassarius
Trochus
Nerite
Astrea
A few blue leg hermits

I have a few hermits ands a few nassarius snails. I do have a ginormous hermit who I think killed a few snails. In your opinion, how many snails and hermits do I need for a 75 gallon tank, and what kind of snails? thanks!

 

[vetteguy53081]

I have a few hermits ands a few nassarius snails. I do have a ginormous hermit who I think killed a few snails. In your opinion, how many snails and hermits do I need for a 75 gallon tank, and what kind of snails? thanks!

Blue leg hermits are tiny.
A combo of 12 snails are good. Nassarius are best for bottom and sand