algae with bubbles

[jcottrell]

i am trying to find the best way to get rid of some algae that started in my tank recently. it is growing in the sand and on a few rocks it has hundreds of bubbles coming from it i peeled all that i could from the sand. what is it and how do i get rid of it. thanks in advance

 

[surf_buddy]

It sounds like you have cyano bacteria growing in there. Siphon out as much as you can and cut back on feeding. Too many nutrients can cause this to happen. Another reason could be that your tank is new and is cycling. In both cases siphon out as much as possible and be patient. Good luck!