i need help!

[sharkgirl]

i am in desperate need of help im stuck with a 55 galoon tank and a 25? tank they are slowly deterating! one has green algea the other is so over grown out of control dont no what to do!

[DOC]

are you able to test the water? or post picks?

[619andyp]

Hi Sharkgirl. Welcome to the boards. Do you know what kind of algae is blooming? How long have your tanks been cycling? What are your water parameters? How often do you do water changes and how much? Most likely more info will be needed before anyone can help you so try to post whatever you can.

[sharkgirl]

no dont have any of that stuff! the one tank the corals look healthy im sure it needs a water change food ? my x took care of all of it ! any thoughts

[sharkgirl]

ok have had the tanks for years! lights are on timers hasnt had a water change for along time a couple of months the one tank has a green hair like algea! not sure what info u need to help was kinda thrown in to this!

[jessegarcia28]

You should go to a local fish store and get your water checked.

[DOC]

start with getting the water check, then do a water change. I am sure your nitrates are high.

[drainbamage]

Where about town are you located?

[sharkgirl]

encinitas

[rudy]

What kind of fish and corals do you have?
I think you should to do a water change pretty quick.
There are a couple members in your area that will probably help you if they see this post, but if you have to do it yourself, make sure to get the saltwater(premixed) from a fish store, and it's important that you make sure the new water temperature is the same as the tank temperature before putting it in the tanks. If you can get a picture of the tanks and equipment, we can help figure out what type of algea or other problems you have.

[Techknowledgy]

no dont have any of that stuff! the one tank the corals look healthy im sure it needs a water change food ? my x took care of all of it ! any thoughts

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[vicfish]

ahahahah thats funny

[619andyp]

start with getting the water check, then do a water change. I am sure your nitrates are high.

This is very good advice, in my opinion. In addition, you can try to clean the algae off the rocks prior to doing the water change. Usually you can get a lot of it with your hands. Sometimes I like to use a toothbrush.

[sharkgirl]

you guys are funny ya new bf that would make it easier!
thanks for all the suggestions ! ill keep u posted and try and post some pics!

[sharkgirl]

ok heres some pics how bad is it