Re: A different approach
I've been using the AlgExit for 10 days now, and so far there has been zero noticeable difference to any algae. I know it does take a while to have an effect, so I will hold off judgement for the time being.
Cherries darting about in the (considerable) flow
Otos hard at work on the green algae
I've changed my CO2 configuration too, due to the ever increasing amount of Staghorn and BBA. I've been running at 2bps for a little while now, but now I've moved it over to the other side of the tank. There is also a mini powerhead pointing at it too, which blows it down to the substrate. The filter outlet then blasts it across the front of the tank.
I can't think the algae is to do with poor flow, as the affected areas are in high flow All plants are waving about, and it's mainly on the older balansae and undulata leaves. The CO2 shouldn't be inconsistent either, I haven't changed it. It's only ever increased. The KH is at 12 and the pH at 7.5 (thanks to Aquasoil), so it's not massively hard. According to the JBL KH/pH conversion chart, this gives me 12ppm, but I know this isn't reliable.
There are some parva leaves though which are yellowing slightly (also in decent flow), so when I make my new EI mix today I'll make it a bit stronger.
Tom