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BitterBeauty · Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 3:41 pm Post subject: Algae Question

Is it safe to use a chemical algae remover in my yellow belly sliders tank?

There is green algae growing on the rocks.

I have Tank Buddies dissolving "No More Algae" tablets that I use in my fish tank.

I was just wondering if it is okay to use it in my turtle's tank.

Thanks
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punkflash54 · Level 2 Joined: 11 Apr 2007 Posts: 73

you may just need to clean your tank more...im not sure if using an algae remover would be healthy for your turtles. try completely cleaning the tank with a weak bleach solution and make sure you rinse off everything very well before putting your turtle back in
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Diputs0729 · Level 1 Joined: 13 Apr 2007 Posts: 13

I have used the tabs before.

It helped with the algea and the turtles are still alive. I think you should also clean your tank. It probably would help if you did not have gravel and you took a cloth and whiped the inside glass of your tank during feedings or when ever you feel comfy.

pipiturtle · Level 2 Joined: 09 Aug 2006 Posts: 65

normally, i will clean my RES's rubbermaid container once a week with brush and plain water, eapecially the corners tend to gather algae.

skslover · Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 7:13 pm Post subject:

yes it is ok i do it in my turtles out door pond and it works
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TurtlesRock · Guest Joined: 31 Aug 2006 Posts: 4

Also, you can get some snails. I have a fleet of 20 snails for my 75 gallon tank, which helps a TON, and the turtle can't hurt them either. Smile