Diatoms starting to get onto glass

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  1. Puffer Chick

    Puffer Chick Giant Squid

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    So i've heard of diatoms getting onto rocks and sandbed, which is what it's been doing, but now it's starting to grow on my glass, is this normral as well?
     
    Puffer Chick, Sep 20, 2009
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  2. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Absolutely. You're getting there! :)

    Diatoms will grow on every available surface area where there's nutrient (food and light) available for it.
     
    ReefSparky, Sep 20, 2009
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  3. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Maybe time to start paying closer attention to Ammonia/nitrites and start considering a cuc8)
     
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  4. devlzluv

    devlzluv Ritteri Anemone

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    Agree with everyone also if youve just setup your tank within last 4 months its normal. Dont worry keep ur params in check and youll be good!

    Happy reefing!
     
    devlzluv, Sep 20, 2009
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  5. Puffer Chick

    Puffer Chick Giant Squid

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    Ok this just means I have two different kinds of algae taking over my tank then
     
    Puffer Chick, Sep 20, 2009
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