Color:
Green
Appearance:
Circular, thin, bright green spots that adhere strongly to the surface of the glass and other hard surfaces.
Cause:
- Excess light
- Excess nutrients
Cure:
- Scrub or scrape off surfaces
Prevention:
- Regular water changes
- Regular aquarium cleaning
- Avoid overfeeding fish
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Regular tank cleaning and water changes is the best preventative measure. Never the less, it is still quite normal to see small amounts of this type of algae. Prompt attention to sudden algae overgrowth growth will prevent more serious problems.
