



How do you deal with algae?
I have a planted aquarium that has only been cycling for a short time, and this week I’m having an algae outbreak and I’m not sure what to do about it. Even though the tank is under a window, I keep it closed during the week and only use the aquarium light for the plants. It stays on for about 8 hours a day, could that be too much?
How can I reduce their growth? I’m thinking about getting shrimp or snails. Do you think that’s a good idea for a beginner?
Also, the plant in the third picture doesn’t look very healthy, right?
I currently have these plant species, along with driftwood and rocks:
- Hygrophila Corymbosa
- Vallisneria
- Ludwigia Palustris
- Lysimachia Nummularia