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What Does A Protein Skimmer Do In An Aquarium?

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A protein skimmer or foam fractionator is a device used to remove organic compounds such as food and waste particles from water It is most commonly used in commercial applications like municipal water treatment facilities and public aquariums. Do I need a protein skimmer for my aquarium? No, you don’t necessarily need a protein skimmer … Read more

Does Freshwater Tank Need Skimmer?

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A skimmer will not hurt the freshwater fish or degrade the water quality, and the freshwater will not damage the skimmer. But a Protein Skimmer will not do much to improve the quality of the water in a freshwater aquarium. So the short answer is that if you have a freshwater aquarium you do not … Read more