diatom help

Discussion in 'New To The Hobby' started by DevotedLionfish, Oct 11, 2009.

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  1. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Diatom algae looks like a brown "dusting" in your tank. Little white dots with 6 little legs sounds like hydroids. But, it could be many things and that's just a total guess. You are much better off starting a thread with some pics for a 100% positive ID. You may also have some luck here.
    Xtalreef