Since foam is the most annoying thing regarding proteins in a pond, if one
has just a regular skimmer, doesn't that take care of the visual part of
the problem?

Personally, the only time I have foam is after spawning, and the majority
of the foam drifts off to the skimmer where it breaks down in a day or two.

Perhaps that is all the OP needs? ~ jan

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