White specs on glass

jlindiak · 10/10/2006, 11:08 AM

Not too long ago I noticed these little tiny specs on the aquarium glass and they appear to be moving. Now they have increased and I am not sure what they are. Too small to identify but move around.

Are they some kind of copepod or plankton? I think if I don't do something soon that they will become out of control and maybe do some harm.

poedag · 10/10/2006, 11:48 AM

most likely copepods, plankton is microscopic and impossible to see suspended in the water column. copepods are benificial and will consume algae and plankton and will provide a food source for many other reef inhabitants. most small wrasses, dragonetts, and other fish constantly pick at the substrate/rocks/glass to get at these tasty treats.

10/10/2006, 11:08 AM	#1
jlindiak Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Long Island Posts: 12	White specs on glass Not too long ago I noticed these little tiny specs on the aquarium glass and they appear to be moving. Now they have increased and I am not sure what they are. Too small to identify but move around. Are they some kind of copepod or plankton? I think if I don't do something soon that they will become out of control and maybe do some harm.

10/10/2006, 11:48 AM	#2
poedag Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Santa Barbara Posts: 307	most likely copepods, plankton is microscopic and impossible to see suspended in the water column. copepods are benificial and will consume algae and plankton and will provide a food source for many other reef inhabitants. most small wrasses, dragonetts, and other fish constantly pick at the substrate/rocks/glass to get at these tasty treats.