Green algae

[lurcher]

can tnc complete cause green algae on glass,since starting to use tnc complete at recommended daily dosage I am getting green spot algae on my glass,is this usual and is there a better alternative please

 

[Zeus.]

can tnc complete cause green algae

Nope, algae needs Parts per billion to survive at these levels your plants would really suffer and not grow well at all. I would look elsewhere for the cause.

• Increase light intensity or photoperiod length.
• Reduced flow in tank - Plant mass reducing flow/ filter needs a good clean/pipes or hoses need a good clean
• detritus build up in tank/filter/piping
• insufficient water changes
• Fluctuating CO2 levels if using CO2.
• Add snails !!!!

Plus a bit of GSA and or GDA on the glass is no big deal to clean

 

[lurcher]

Thanks Zeus