Red Hair Algae Help!

[67Stang]

I have a 200gal reef tank containing LR, DSB, corals and reef fish. I made the mistake of not listening to all you experienced reefers and I didn't get a DI/RO water filter thinking I was saving a few bucks.

Well, now I have a pain and have to deal with a bunch of stringy red algae and it seems to be spreading like wild fire.

I ordered a Tornado 4 stage RO/DI water filter last Friday but what can I do to get rid of the red algae I already have?

I'm worried and don't want this ugly red stuff taking over my beautiful reef.

Please, any advice is appreciated.
Bruce

 

[AquaFxIrene]

Do not worry too much,

After you add your RO/DI water the algae will lose it's nutrient source and it will die out! You will be OK!

If you have any more trouble let me know!

 

[micagreenmachine]

Hey there.... This is my first time on this forum.

I'm no expert, but my friends and I have been keeping aquarium stuff (fish, inverts, coral, etc...) for years and years and have seen "red slime algae" over and over again. The 2 biggest factors that we have found to get rid of the junk is RO water (mentioned above) and good protein skimming. I've got a 58 gal reef at home right now and, though I hate to say it, it gets a bit neglected in the summer sometimes. I noticed a bit of red slime growing in there about 2 months ago and immediately cleaned up and adjusted the skimmer. 2-3 weeks later, all gone!

In other words, I agree with switching to RO water, but a good clean tuned skimmer to match your tank is a must.

Hope that helps,
~Todd