brown algae

[xbanditsx]

I've had a tank up and running for about 3 weeks and a few days ago I started seeing little brown spots (what I assume to be algae) and the tank walls, the plants, and the filter. Is this normal, and if it is, will it go away? Is there anything I can do?

 

[tstenback]

Yes it fairly normal in a new tank. It will usually go away in a few weeks all by itself or you can manually remove it from the class with an algae scraper/brush and from the plants by gently using your fingers and sliding the leaf between them. HTH

 

[BigSteve]

♂ Brown algae does not necessarily go away easily, or in a few weeks. It can gradually get worse if your tap water is high in phosphates or silicates. If you find it is getting worse, and if you have a filter that will allow it, put in a phosphate remover like PhosX or PhosGuard. As brown algae starts to disappear, you may find you're getting more green algae, which is a healthier tank situation if it's not excessive.

 

[Silly me]

Brown algae is normal in most new tank, just after the cycle is completed.. but if you have enough light in your tank is will go away in a week or two, but you'll need to clean if ever 4th day as it might get out of control, aswell.