As mentioned in my previous post, I am currently experiencing the beginning stages of black hair algae in my established aquariums. In the coming weeks, I will be testing several additives. I'll keep a close eye on the resulting algae growth.
The second product I am currently experimenting with is called Phosphate Filter by Tropical Science. I am using this product in conjunction with Ultralife Blue-Green Algae Remover. The Phosphate Filter product label says that this is ideal "for all freshwater and marine aquariums". If furthermore states that it is good "for red and hair algae & cyanobacteria."
As mentioned in my previous post, I've have a devastating outbreak of hair algae four years ago in a large aquarium. At the time, I managed to stop the infestation. I don't quite know what I did to stop the bloom, but one of the additives I used was this Phosphate Filter product by Tropical Science. So I am very hopeful.
The product contains a moist sponge-like pad which is described as the active phosphate remover. The part of this additive I'm interested in is the small bag of white powder that comes along with the pad. The powder is actually what is described as the agent against the the algae. I simply smear it over the phosphate pad and place the pad in my water filter.
So far, with the recommended doses, plants continue to grow and fish seem unaffected. It does appear that these two products are harmless to fish and plants. It is yet too early to determine if these two products will kill the black hair algae. I will continue to dose as directed and will update in a month or so.



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