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4tanks · Mar 25, 2020

Hi just quick intro new to saltwater aquariums longtime freshwater and still have 3 freshwater as well as my new 340 litre FOWLR for now and then reef tank.
So far I have 2 tiny clowns a lawn mower blenny 6 red leg hermits and I’m just going through the orange looking algae on the rocks and substrate faze ,how long does this normally take to pass should I vacuum it off the substrate or just leave it and the same with the live rock.
Thanks Guys

Crabs McJones · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to R2R

Ruben's Reef · Mar 25, 2020

!!! Welcome to R2R !!! Nice looking tank.

Quietman · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome Aboard R2R!!! It can take months for the tank to mature through the various cycles of diatoms and algae. Lot's of info and support here while you're going through all that. Good luck!

albano · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome... I think that you’re gonna enjoy that recliner between the tanks!

Mhart032 · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to the club!

AcroNem · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to Reef2Reef! The "algae" you are seeing are likely Diatoms and are part of the natural cycle of a new system, and are sometimes present in matured systems from time to time. For now you can leave it be and allow it to run its course. If you have nothing that needs light you can cut the photoperiod for a little while to help starve it off

Chrisfish · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to R2R, nice looking tank!

SaltyCupcake · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to R2R!!

4tanks · Mar 25, 2020

Thanks guys for your replies and advice just one more quickie I have one of the seachem Amonia alerts in my tank are they reliable

SaltyCupcake · Mar 25, 2020

4tanks said:
Thanks guys for your replies and advice just one more quickie I have one of the seachem Amonia alerts in my tank are they reliable

I've got one and I love it. I've heard lots of good things from others too. It is excellent at keeping you aware of your ammonia levels at a glance.

Peace River · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome to R2R!!! We’re glad you’re here!

BeejReef · Mar 25, 2020

Welcome!

Nice looking tank.
I've not had an issue with the Seachem badges, so long as they're fresh. Still would test with a dedicated ammonia kit if you have any reason to be suspicious.

4tanks · Mar 25, 2020

SaltyCupcake said:
I've got one and I love it. I've heard lots of good things from others too. It is excellent at keeping you aware of your ammonia levels at a glance.

cool thanks I used to have money now I have a marine tank

4tanks · Mar 25, 2020

BeejReef said:
Welcome!

Nice looking tank.
I've not had an issue with the Seachem badges, so long as they're fresh. Still would test with a dedicated ammonia kit if you have any reason to be suspicious.

Thanks cheers yes I do also check just wanted to make sure they are reliable