Need help identifying this algae

[Laustsent]

Can someone help identify this red algae and how I can get rid of it? It's all over the glass and takes a razor to remove it. Thank you

 

[blaxsun]

Cyano.

 

[csturgis1989]

Definitely cyano.

 

[Laustsent]

Definitely cyano.

Thanks
Any recommendations on how to get rid of it?

 

[csturgis1989]

Thanks
Any recommendations on how to get rid of it?

How old is your tank? If it is a newer setup then I would recommend waiting it out and it will probably go away on its own. If it persists you will want to take a close look on your nitrates and phosphates and prevent any major swings and not have 0 of either. If all fails use chemiclean but that should be your last option.

 

[michael_cb_125]

Am I the only one that sees coraline algae?
Cyano would not need a razor to remove...

 

[Laustsent]

How old is your tank? If it is a newer setup then I would recommend waiting it out and it will probably go away on its own. If it persists you will want to take a close look on your nitrates and phosphates and prevent any major swings and not have 0 of either. If all fails use chemiclean but that should be your last option.

Am I the only one that sees coraline algae?
Cyano would not need a razor to remove...

Tank has been running for over 20 years. FOWLR. Definitely need a razor to remove. Regular magnetic scraper with pad does nothing. Use razor with every monthly water change. Thanks

 

[MrGisonni]

EMERGENCY - Dark red coralline algae

I recently started noticing this dark red algae on my frag plugs. It doesnt blow off with turkey baster and only a little comes off when i scratch with my nail. Is this coralline algae or something else?

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Looks like cyano but I don't think it is as you're describing it's toughness.