diatoms

[Baby Damsel 219]

I have cycled my tank with live rock from the ocean and see brown algae showing up what should I do Right now I am not running lights but still growing

 

[NonstopSoda]

Diatoms are a normal part of the ugly cycle stage, they should disappear on their own once the silicates run out and phosphate stablizes

 

[PharmrJohn]

Diatoms are a normal part of the ugly cycle stage, they should disappear on their own once the silicates run out and phosphate stablizes

And that about sums it up!