HOW I got rid of BLUE GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIA) | EP2 HILLSTREAM AQUARIUM

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  • čas přidán 5. 09. 2024

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  • @IMaqua
    @IMaqua  Před rokem +1

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    LED LIGHT
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    Gravel vacuum: www.azaqua.nl/en/cleaning/dennerle-nano-soil-cleaner?aff=19
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  • @josephj7387
    @josephj7387 Před 3 dny +1

    So soothing to watch! Thank you.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 3 dny +1

      @@josephj7387 thanks for watching.

  • @gizmogrem988
    @gizmogrem988 Před rokem +6

    The algae or bacteria spores are basically everywhere, so we don't need to bring them from other aquariums. Most likely they are already in the water, air, and other surfaces. Give them the right condition and sooner or later they will appear and bloom. So my opinion is that you just got to the cyanobacteria problem sooner, but you definitely would have arrived there.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem +1

      I fully agree with you. The fact that BGA spores were already in the filter just made things easier. Pozdrav

  • @philcarlino6942
    @philcarlino6942 Před 2 lety +4

    In my tanks, BGA appears in areas with stagnant flow and where natural light filters in (usually on the front of the glass right by the substrate line). But I have also seen it in your case, in higher flow if the conditions are right. It's definitely not pleasant to look at and it does smell. Happy you found a solution. Take care.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety +1

      Solution for now, lets see how it goes. I had it in aquariums with both high and low flow.

  • @janethomyer6253
    @janethomyer6253 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I am trying a planted tank for the first time and have been nervous about it because I do not usually do well with plants. But I feel like whatever could go wrong has gone wrong. A few days ago, I saw the BGA. I had no idea what it was and when I started researching it, well, I am stressed! I have seen several videos about getting rid of BGA but yours is my favorite by far. Your instructions are very clear and your take is stunning to look at, but you also included very mellow music and some really lovely shots of your aquarium. It was calming, informative, and encouraging. Thank you for sharing it.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 5 měsíci

      Have fun with your tank. And I can tell you even after years of owning the aquariums I still have the feeling that whatever could go wrong will go wrong. I guess you just learn how to deal with it. I am glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers

  • @AkumaSlayerz
    @AkumaSlayerz Před 2 lety +5

    Can't wait for Hillstream loaches to be added.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety +1

      They are coming soon. But first; next video I will add a new fish.

  • @marcuswhitmore6622
    @marcuswhitmore6622 Před 2 lety +4

    Good job … hope it stays away.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety +1

      I also hope, it really looked bad.

  • @cedfra3209
    @cedfra3209 Před 2 lety +2

    Hello, i had the same issue than you, i think BGA came from a lack of No3 and too much Po4... Removed it by balance No3 and Po4 AND a treatment with Ultralife.... Let's hope it won't come back for you and me. Fingers crossed!

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety +2

      Yeah I think the same thing happened in this aquarium. Lets see how the things will develop in the future.

    • @ivancho5854
      @ivancho5854 Před rokem

      Does it say on the box what the active ingredient is in the UltraLife?

  • @JK......
    @JK...... Před 2 lety +2

    Oh how I hated those algae in the pond...

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety

      I hate them anywhere I see them.

  • @ivancho5854
    @ivancho5854 Před rokem +1

    Interesting video. Does anyone know what the active ingredient is in this Ultra Life Blue Green Algae Remover? Thank you.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem +1

      Only thing I know is that it raises GH of the water and kills BGA. I was unable to find active ingredients.

    • @ivancho5854
      @ivancho5854 Před rokem +1

      @@IMaqua Ok, I'll continue to search to satisfy my curiosity and if I find something I'll let you know. Thanks.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem +1

      @@ivancho5854 thanks, you can let me know here in the comments.

  • @yashenvidushana9854
    @yashenvidushana9854 Před 11 měsíci +1

    What the caniter filter type name

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 11 měsíci

      The filter used in this video is Aquael Ultramax 1000.

    • @yashenvidushana9854
      @yashenvidushana9854 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thank you 😊

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 11 měsíci

      You are welcome.

  • @kalulupanda
    @kalulupanda Před rokem +2

    But has it come back?

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem

      No it didn't. I never had issues later on. This aquarium is almost 1 year old and I published a video of it recently.

    • @kalulupanda
      @kalulupanda Před rokem +1

      Really pleased. Thank you.

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem

      You are welcome.

  • @MissChelle
    @MissChelle Před 2 lety +3

    I have plenty of algae if you want it?🇦🇺❤️

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes please, algae are always welcome to this aquarium. All except BGA.

    • @MissChelle
      @MissChelle Před 2 lety +1

      Lol when you visit Australia I’ll let you take it al!🇦🇺❤️

    • @DEXTER-TV-series
      @DEXTER-TV-series Před rokem +1

      @@IMaqua
      What is your problem with the algae ?

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před rokem

      I don't have problem with algae in this aquarium. Only issues I had is BGA but I got rid of it.

  • @kellycrowe3417
    @kellycrowe3417 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Wayyyy toooo longgggg videooooo

    • @IMaqua
      @IMaqua  Před 11 měsíci

      Thanks for watching.