Strange grey algae on my sand

[unionfishguy]

It showed up recently, and it is the first algae that has grown in the tank in I don't know how long. The snails, hermits, and clown don't touch it. What is it, and how do I get rid of this unsightly eyesore?

 

[bitumenman]

Any pics?

 

[WhoKnew]

Could you post a picture please?

 

[unionfishguy]

 

[Love the Tang]

Looks like cyano to me.

 

[unionfishguy]

So it's nothing super special or dangerous? That's a relief

 

[Reefing Madness]

Well, not entirely. You don't want it in the tank, new or not. Wipe it away with the wisp of your hand. Whats your flow in the tank. It'll grow as it is a new tank, and whould subside closer to your 6-8 week stage. If its there longer, we need to talk water parameters.

 

[Uggster232]

How did you eradicate this problem pls,I have it it my tank

 

[ZoWhat]

How did you eradicate this problem pls,I have it it my tank

More waterchanges
Less feedings
Wet-skim skimmer

 

[Uggster232]

More waterchanges
Less feedings
Wet-skim skimmer

What was the nuisance algae in your tank,all the parameters are all good tested for silicates none,its gone on for months

 

[vetteguy53081]

Reduce white light intensity a little and siphon up. Add 1.5ml of liquid bacteria per 10 gallons during the day and add the following snails:
Margarita, astrea, cerith and nassarius along with 5-8 blue leg hermit crabs and these will aid in control of cyano

 

[Uggster232]

What medication can be used to get rid