Blackbeard algae

[lganderson1313]

I have a 360 gallon freshwater tank with an 80 gallon sump with a large stingray and arowana any thoughts of getting rid of the Blackbeard algae?? I’ve had the lights off do 50% water change weekly. Also have very tiny snails don’t know where the come from. Any help greatly appreciated!!

 

[HUKIT]

I’ve always had good luck with 3% hydrogen peroxide spot treatments. Drain the water so the algae covered plants and decor are no longer water, spray the hydrogen peroxide on the algae, let it sit for 5 minutes, and then refill the tank with water again.

 

[lganderson1313]

I seen that on YouTube, but then people said that the peroxide will harm the stingray?

 

[HUKIT]

I am afraid that I don’t have any experience with rays. I don’t know what you’re dealing with visually but if you’re able to remove the algae covered plants or scape to clean that would be preferable if you’re worried about the rays. I have used hydrogen peroxide in many planted tanks with a few scaleless fish such as clown poached without any issues.

 

[Jexnell]

Embrace it and let it grow. When it has covered everything it's beautiful.

 

[Backfromthedead]

Yeah I always liked mine when it was growing but it seems to sort of run it's course and disappear after awhile in my tanks. It may just be a matter of time and water changes and it goes away on its own.