Well I think I successfully killed my culture. Not sure what I did wrong. They were thriving, and then I decided to do a water change. Ever since, the phyto seemed to grow and take over the bucket. Forming large chunks. I tried changing the water a few times since....no luck.
I still have a couple swimming here and there, but they are nearly clear.....almost like they just don't like the strain of phyto that has taken over......