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02/24/2015, 06:14 PM | #1 |
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Is this normal? Pics attached
This started about two days ago and I am wondering is this normal and what is it? It is a rust colored coating that is on my sand and some of the live rock. I just started this tank and it is going on its 8th week now. Thanks for any help and suggestions on what to do next.
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02/24/2015, 06:16 PM | #2 |
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Diatoms it is normal and will go away.
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02/24/2015, 06:18 PM | #3 |
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Cyano.. (cyanobacteria) (or diatoms.. pics are fuzzy) but its a normal part of the cycle for a new tank.. as well as other "algae issues"
Will go away with time... Manual removal helps (vacuum/siphon it out during water changes) |
02/24/2015, 07:10 PM | #4 |
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Thanks for the help and quick replies.
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02/24/2015, 07:28 PM | #5 |
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Looks more like cyano to me. Ensure your nutrient levels are in check and manually remove it also.
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02/24/2015, 10:40 PM | #6 |
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Are you running any power heads to circulate the water?
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02/25/2015, 04:54 AM | #7 |
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02/25/2015, 07:18 AM | #8 |
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OK Just wondered the flow will sometimes take care of it. Looks like you are moving along nicely, so far.
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02/25/2015, 12:15 PM | #9 |
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Looks like diatoms;it should pass;some gfo may be helpful.
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