Is a skimmer needed

[fxman]

I have the opportunity to buy a Tuze 9002 and I was wondering if it is needed for a 29 bio. I only have Softies, candy canes, and a frog spawn. I will soon have some acan and zoa. I also plan on getting 2 piccaso or black and white percs. I do 2 1/2 gallon water changes about twice a week.

Thanks

[Pickle010]

need no.

 

beneficial - yes.

[Nemo Niblets]

I have the opportunity to buy a Tuze 9002 and I was wondering if it is needed for a 29 bio. I only have Softies, candy canes, and a frog spawn. I will soon have some acan and zoa. I also plan on getting 2 piccaso or black and white percs. I do 2 1/2 gallon water changes about twice a week.

Thanks

 

Hey! Good to see you here. You don't need a skimmer til you start SPS, or get lots of fish I would say. You can hold out on it. But of course, it will be beneficial.

[bird]

probably has a lot to do with the fish load and how much food you add, how frequent water changes, etc.

I am not using one now, but only time will tell. I am hoping that macro algae will help to keep nutrients low enough along with filter media pads and water changes.

[nemmy]

Needed no, but it will sure help your water quality.

If you start keeping SPS and a bunch of fish i would recommend it. Or if you have a habit of spoiling you fish with lots of food.

[fxman]

Thanks for the responses. No plans for SPS and I'm not a big fish feeder. I will reassess after I add the 2 percs.