I made a gamble of removing some old rock and replacing with dry rock (looked better for the aquascape), now I have thin strands of algae. Is it likely diatoms? I doubt it to be Dino’s, as they show no movement under the microscope. I have no experience with microscopic organisms though, and wanted some opinions. As far as treatment, I plan to slowly raise NO3 while implementing a UV sterilizer, until my nitrates are stable enough to reduce their population (if applicable)
Tank details:
NH4: 0
NO2: 0
NO3: ~0.5
pH: 8.2
Temp: 78°F
(Hanna Instruments)
Zoa dominant mixed reef, has been cycled for 7 months, corals have been in for 2 months.
Please note: I had just done a water change prior to photo, so I’m unsure if the bubbles are micro bubbles from the filter or produced by the organisms in question.
Thank you for your time!
Tank details:
NH4: 0
NO2: 0
NO3: ~0.5
pH: 8.2
Temp: 78°F
(Hanna Instruments)
Zoa dominant mixed reef, has been cycled for 7 months, corals have been in for 2 months.
Please note: I had just done a water change prior to photo, so I’m unsure if the bubbles are micro bubbles from the filter or produced by the organisms in question.
Thank you for your time!
