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Green Fuzz Algae (Oedogonium)

All thread algae are indicating low- or fluctuating CO2 levels! Carbon dioxide fluctuation can be caused by uneven CO2 levels (because of a pH computer, for example) or a timer that was not set up correctly (CO2 levels will have to reach the desired level at the time when light, even natural light in your room, appears). The Fuzz Algae is a thread algae that grows thin threads of just a couple of millimeters on plant leaves. It indicates that the plants are suffering (leaves rotting locally) due mainly to nutrient deficiency (for example, the local lack of CO2 that is not distributed evenly by the flow in the whole aquarium). It can appear on old and damaged leaves. Algae eaters and Amano Shrimp will eat it.

To address the cause, you will have to ensure the proper CO2 levels, and time your CO2 injection according to the lighting period (start 2-3 hours before, and switch it off together with the lights). Please take the natural light in consideration too. CO2 needs of plants can rise due to a cast of light at the morning, for example, even if your lamp switches on at noon.

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