Finally got a microscope!

[shanzfish]

So yes I finally got a microscope to try and identify this film that has been repeatedly growing on my glass for the past few weeks. I think my RODI cartridges need changing so I have switched those out today to see if it helps when I do a water change this evening. Anyway, can anyone tell me what‘a under my microscope? I’ve been assuming diatoms and I also have a pic of my glass before maintenance.

 

[Sharkbait19]

Video won’t play but it looks like diatoms. Decrease lighting for a bit. It will pass eventually, just a part of the ugly stages.
More algae eating snails also helps to control it.

 

[shanzfish]

What’s under the scope...?

youtube.com

here’s a link if the video doesn’t work

 

[shanzfish]

Video won’t play but it looks like diatoms. Decrease lighting for a bit. It will pass eventually, just a part of the ugly stages.
More algae eating snails also helps to control it.

Ok thanks I posted a video on YouTube. Here’s the link:

What’s under the scope...?

youtube.com

It’s weird they’ve popped up again, my tank has been up and running for 3 years now

 

[Sharkbait19]

I’ve had them pop up every once in a while. Whenever nutrients hit a proper level I guess that’s enough for them to pop up.