A GREAT RESULT! *Here’s How I BEAT BLACK ALGAE!*

My battle with black algae is over and, at least for now, I BEAT IT! In this, the 3rd and final installment of my Beating Black Algae video series I get into the final result of my informal experiment. A result with a surprising twist that ended up making it a GREAT RESULT that I’m very happy with!

Watch the entire Beating Black Algae video series, Parts 1 & 2 here:
Part 1: Getting Rid of *UGLY* BLACK ALGAE [Pl...
Part 2: Black Algae *WINNING the BATTLE!* - P...

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Easy Green Liquid Fertilizer: https://www.aquariumcoop.com/products...
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Plant LED: https://www.aquariumcoop.com/collecti...

Copyright protected music used with permission:
Baby Bye (Instrumental Version)
Performed by: Vicki Vox
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What’s Been your experience with black algae? Please share your thoughts in the comment section. We all learn from each other at this channel.  Remember to always be learning and don't ever forget that you reading this right now - YOU ROCK my friend!

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JC & P, providers of lights, rocks and other quality aquarium products.
Underwater Galleries, makers of the most beautiful ceramic caves available.
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Thank you for the on-going support and encouragement!