A protein skimmer is a type of mechanical filter used for marine and reef aquariums.  In fact, protein skimmers are the essential backbone of most saltwater aquarium setups.

Protein skimmers work so wonderfully because they remove organic pollutants before they have a chance to release phosphate and break down into toxic ammonia, and subsequently into harmful nitrite and then algae promoting nitrate.

In short, aquarium protein skimmers keep your aquarium clean and your fish, coral and invertebrates healthy by physically removing even the tiniest waste particles before they can pollute your aquarium!

We offer a special selection of quality protein skimmers and sincerely encourage obtaining the best protein skimmer within your budget to get the maximum cleaning power for your prized fish, corals and other marine organisms.