Bad algae or good stuff

[Devereuxjoe14]

Is this good sign or not good stuff?

 

[nvladik]

Looks like Cyano, bacterial. Lowering phosphates can take care of it, or Chemiclean.

 

[DEL]

Is it red purple or pink ? I can't tell from the picture

 

[Rueric]

Looks like Cyano, bacterial. Lowering phosphates can take care of it, or Chemiclean.

i wouldnt jump to chemiclean.. best to let it settle out naturally. blow it off during water change, lower your phosphate, maybe increase flow a bit to affected areas

 

[Devereuxjoe14]

Red slimy stuff. Whats wrong with just treating with chemiclean

 

[Rueric]

Red slimy stuff. Whats wrong with just treating with chemiclean

Going the chemical route is overkill.. Cyano is a natural part of the cycling/ugly stage.. it's usually a sign of an imbalance, whether it be nutrients or bacteria.. tons of people use chemiclean, i'm just suggesting to apply some patience first and try waiting it out before dropping the hammer