Skimmer

[sjdriscoll]

Hi all,

I run a 'nice' little planted tank (20g) with a high plant mass. As the amount of green matter has increased the flow of water around the tank has obviously decreased and I have noticed the build up of an oily film on the surface in areas of low surface agitation. I can't really increase the flow at the surface for CO2 reasons.

My question is how do others get rid of this 'film'? Is there a clever little method to siphon off this stuff? It's unsightly but is it harmful?

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Themuleous]

Its just one of those things unfortuneatly. Its perfectly normal and wont harm your fish

Sam

 

[Tolak]

A paper towel placed flat on the surface will take care of it. Quick & easy.

 

[sjdriscoll]

A paper towel placed flat on the surface will take care of it. Quick & easy.

Nice tip - thanks!