Air bubbles

[canine]

What is the story with air stones in salt water tanks. I've heard different
stories about air bubbles in salt water set ups. I have a air stone in the tank for nothing more than the look but if there is a chance it could cause a problem I will take it out. Any input on this subject is greatly appreciated.

 

[tanglove]

Ive been told that the air bubbles can get under then gills in your fish and cause death. Also can cause pop eye. I would take the bubble stone out if you plan on housing fish in there. JMO.

 

[schadiest1]

I agree with TangLove. The bubbles can get in the gills of fish and kill them. I was also told it can get trapped in certain corals and do the same.

 

[reefforbrains]

Air bubbles also kill sponges, Blue sponge, orange/red ball, and finger have no chance if you have micro bubbles. Just a thought

 

[canine]

Thanks for the replys. I'm not going to take a chance. I will just lose the air stone. Any opinions on the pro clear 150 w/ protein skimmer? I returned the megaflow model 2 I had. It was 6-7 weeks old and the sides and top had warped to the point that the covers would not fit properly