gabbagabbawill
New Reefer
So, I have an algae outbreak that has been going on for several weeks, and I would like to identify the type of algae (in hopes that it's not bryopsis).
As I understand it, you need a microscope to correctly identify Derbesia (GHA) vs. Bryopsis.
I do have a microscope and have looked at my algae at 100x and 600x... I do believe I can identify what it is IF I knew what I was looking for.
Can someone help me with some definitive answers on what to look for?
Is it correct that GHA will just look like a stem with no identifiable leaves or roots, whereas Bryopsis will have leaves and roots? I am finding it difficult to find any specific examples online, however. I did find this website to be helpful in recognizing the gametes, which I was able to see under the microscope: http://evol-prog.com/gametes.html
I have taken a few pictures under a microscope of some algae that exists in my tank trying to determine what kind it is.
These were taken using an iphone placed on top of the viewfinder... I think they turned out pretty well considering:
1. The first photo, magnified to 100x, I circled what I think are the gametes in green and the red arrow is pointing to a strand of algae.
2+3. The second and third are @ 600x, showing a closeup of what looks like the female gametes of Derbesia or GHA:
4. This is the first photo, unmodified:
Looks like GHA to me... what do you guys think?
Thanks!
Will
As I understand it, you need a microscope to correctly identify Derbesia (GHA) vs. Bryopsis.
I do have a microscope and have looked at my algae at 100x and 600x... I do believe I can identify what it is IF I knew what I was looking for.
Can someone help me with some definitive answers on what to look for?
Is it correct that GHA will just look like a stem with no identifiable leaves or roots, whereas Bryopsis will have leaves and roots? I am finding it difficult to find any specific examples online, however. I did find this website to be helpful in recognizing the gametes, which I was able to see under the microscope: http://evol-prog.com/gametes.html
I have taken a few pictures under a microscope of some algae that exists in my tank trying to determine what kind it is.
These were taken using an iphone placed on top of the viewfinder... I think they turned out pretty well considering:
1. The first photo, magnified to 100x, I circled what I think are the gametes in green and the red arrow is pointing to a strand of algae.
2+3. The second and third are @ 600x, showing a closeup of what looks like the female gametes of Derbesia or GHA:
4. This is the first photo, unmodified:
Looks like GHA to me... what do you guys think?
Thanks!
Will
