First algae bloom - what should I do?

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I'm just 2 weeks in, on my 90 gal FOWLR tank. I had been adding Stablility from the start, until I ran out 2 days ago (2nd bottle). I'm seeing low level ammonia, no nitrites, and no nitrates, yet. What I am seeing is a rust colored bloom of algae staring to collect on various surfaces - the rocks and filter heads. My instinct is not to disturb it, the tank being so new, and just starting to cycle - but maybe it's better to remove it at least where I can? For now I'm not touching it. Please advise. I'll post a pic if you want but this is entirely expected. I'm just not sure what to do about it.
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I'm just 2 weeks in, on my 90 gal FOWLR tank. I had been adding Stablility from the start, until I ran out 2 days ago (2nd bottle). I'm seeing low level ammonia, no nitrites, and no nitrates, yet. What I am seeing is a rust colored bloom of algae staring to collect on various surfaces - the rocks and filter heads. My instinct is not to disturb it, the tank being so new, and just starting to cycle - but maybe it's better to remove it at least where I can? For now I'm not touching it. Please advise. I'll post a pic if you want but this is entirely expected. I'm just not sure what to do about it.
Thanks
Im pretty sure this is a diatoms bloom. Fairly normal for new tanks and shows your tank is beginning to support life
 

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