jsadlersos

I've been doing some hunting on the internet, and it seems to be either some kind of cyano or fungus.
Of course this depends on who you ask. Apparently this happens to new organic matter that is introduced to an aquarium. Either way its got to go. I'm going to purchase some corys and some otos today.

Seattle_Aquarist

Hi jsadlersos,

Keep us posted on how it goes!

jsadlersos

Stopped by my house today during my lunch break, and that fungus stuff is virtually non existent (still getting some SAE). I guess it was just one of those newer tank phases...... we'll see. I also installed a Life glo blub today. Not sure I like the color it emits over the power glo but if it helps the plants I'll live.
Cheers

pjb9166

I have it on a new piece of drif wood. Looks unsightly.

jsadlersos

Yup, mine was cured already before I put it in the tank, but the fungus/bacteria (what ever it is) was growing on my soil through the gravel. This is apparently a common problem with new aquariums and new organic matter. I have tried to find any info I can on the problem, but it's all vague. My SAE and corydoras have eaten what little is left in my tank.....If you have any of these they will probably make short work of it.