(On a more serious note, if this is happening to you then you're not following the instructions to clean the device and replace the filter once a month.)

[–] can@sh.itjust.works 5 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

Yeah, because I'm doing it more frequently. I think it's the design of this particular one. I've seen other comments say the same thing (on a video about how to clean it thoroughly, disassembling pump and everything).

[–] PopcornTin@lemmy.world 2 points 7 months ago (2 children)

Does it get sunlight from a nearby window? Algae loves raw sunlight.

[–] AngryCommieKender@lemmy.world 4 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I only give my algae bagged sunlight

[–] considine@lemmy.ml 4 points 7 months ago

Then it's not getting the freshest photons.

[–] can@sh.itjust.works 1 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

Indirectly through curtains, but yes. Unfortunately (for this specific case) that's basically unavoidable in my apartment.

[–] MissJinx@lemmy.world 5 points 7 months ago (1 children)

If water is in the bowl it'll only drink if it's moving, but if it's anywhere else than it can be dirty

[–] dessalines@lemmy.ml 2 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Bonus points for toilet water, and water from my foot bath when I go into the other room.

[–] Vigilante@lemmy.today 1 points 7 months ago

Close the door when you go into the other room then like bruh