Id of sandbed bacteria/algae

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Heyy guys, i need some help identifying what is on my sandbed. I have attached some picture od some sand grains under the digital microscope. Especially the red stuff if anyone knows please help id.

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I would think cyanobacteria for the red
Thank you for replying. I increased my feeding regiment. But my no4 and po4 levels are normal in the tank. Is blwping the sand a bit with a turkey baster when it forms going to help?
 

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