ID this algae (microscope)

[stanleo]

It floats like pond scum on top of the fuge. Not a lot, not so much to be really concerned about but I would like to know.

Focus is as good as it is going to get unfortunately.

 

[reefdoink]

I'm not really sure based on the picture. But here is a link to common algae in a tank.
If you get an actual picture of the algae, I am sure someone can help.

Nuisance Algae ID Guide- Reef Cleaners

Nuisance Algae ID Guide. Red Slime, Cyano, Cyanobacteria. Green Film Algae, Film Algae. Green Hair Algae. Green Turf Algae. Bryopsis pennata and B. plumosa. Bubble Algae, Valonia. Lobophora. Blue Green Cyano.

www.reefcleaners.org

 

[taricha]

The filaments are a green cyanobacteria. Cyano (and various other "scum") often forms a film at surfaces, when given the chance.