Boris Bolloskov

HELP!

I have a red-brown film on the inside of my glass, the water is clear, but it's making seeing the fish difficult!

The tank's been set up since July, and I've only lost fish due to them being eaten by my Ghost Knives (Vader & Voldemort)

tank details: 33 UK gallons (36 US), pH7, cleaned at least fortnightly, not over-stocked according to Fishlore advice levels, i have a big powerful filter, a good heater, a new light with UV, a peice of bog wood root (recommended by my pet store) and a few live plants. I feed a mixture of flakes, floating stick and meal-worm.

The stain is covering the glass, my algae eaters don't seem to mind it, but aren't cleaning it off, nor will a good scrub with a coarse sponge...

I don't have a test kit, but will be buying one next payday. Any help / advice welcomed!!

Thanks,

Boris

Lucy

Hi Boris welcome to FishLore
I'm sorry, I can't help your problem but I'm sure others can.
However, for your safety and privacy, may I suggest you request a new user name?
This is a public forum and easily found through various search engines. I'd hate to see your e-mail spammed.
Here's how to Request a New User Name

Best of luck!

Nate McFin

It sounds like Diatoms. THey should go away on their own over time. Any pics?
Welcome to Fishlore BTW!

Boris Bolloskov

thanks, both.
new u/name requested!

aquarist48

Hello Spx and Welcome to Fish Lore. Hope you enjoy the site.
Ken

peacemaker92

Hi Spx and WELCOME TO FISHLORE!

Hope everything goes well and that your problem is solved soon. Update us when you get your test kit. Good luck!