They may get into fights. The following are compatible fish that makes the best tank companion for clown fish. You can also consider getting anemones and a corals for them. But make sure to note their reaction towards the new addition and remove it immediately if the fish seemed to be stressed by it. And in case you want multiple clown fish, introduce them at the same time.
There is no particular preference for the clownfish tank setup. As long as the water parameters and temperature are good, they will live. But, if you are planning to decorate it, try a rock and reef setup.
It will provide them a homely feeling. Start by adding some rocks, plants, and hiding spots in the tank. You will also need to place some coral reefs make sure to fix them to rocks or other ornaments properly and, if possible, anemones. Then complete the tank setup by adding a light source for the fish. However, make sure not to add too many elements in the tank as clown fish like space.
Even with complete care and hygiene, you cannot completely avoid fish diseases. It is possible they get infected from fellow fish, live food, or sometimes even due to bacteria in water. The chances of diseases further increase if the fish get into a fight with their tank mates. Hence, you should always know the common diseases, their symptoms, and their remedies. Fin Rot : If your fish feels too stressed or is being bullied by another fish, they may get infected with fin rot.
You will notice reddening or fraying on the fins and, in extreme cases, totally destroyed fins. The fish may also show some behavior changes. It will start to isolate itself, lose appetite and become very inactive. If you see any of these symptoms, immediately isolate the infected fish to a quarantine tank.
Then you can try adding some antibacterial medication to prevent the spread of this disease. Performing frequent water changes and a salt bath also helps. White Spots : Like the freshwater fish, the saltwater clown fish are also prone to fungus infections. The most common of these is the marine ich or the marine white spots caused by Cryptocaryon Irritans parasites.
The disease usually starts with white spots on the gills, fins, or body of the fish. There are also symptoms like increased mucus, pale gills, cloudy eyes, and ragged fins. Its look is identical to freshwater ich if you have seen it , but it occurs due to entirely different parasites.
Thus, its treatment will include raising the temperature of the water. Then you can increase the salinity and if nothing works, use the copper treatment. A copper treatment dose of 0. Its whole different tank. My Nemo clown has been with me for 10 years. At the LFS I go to and used to work for there is a pair of percula clowns that are almost 20 years old and they spawn in the display tank several times a month. And totally redeem yourself!
Current Tank Info: 20 gallon. I just returned an aggresive maroon clown from a tank I maintain. The client had had him for at least 7 years. It was hard for him to part with it but he killed three new aditions within two weeks. He drew blood from my hand every time it was in the tank! Thread Tools. David A. Crandall, M. Fatherree, M. Ken Feldman Jon E. Shimek, Ph.
But that is not true. The ambient temperature is not reliable, and it takes your control in the situation. You cannot choose to raise or lower the heat. You need a heater to keep the temperature stable. Not only are clownfish not fond of water that is too hot or too cold, but they do not respond positively to wild fluctuations. When these occur, your clownfish will consistently go under stress and perhaps even fail to breed. On that matter, encourage you to read my review regarding my favorite aquarium heater.
That was the only device that kept my water temperature stable enough for delicate fish such as clownfish and seahorses. Do not compromise on heaters. Put your tank in a peaceful location. Keep it away from busy rooms with a lot of human traffic. You should also keep the tank far from radiators, windows and air conditioners because they can affect the temperature of the water, causing unwanted fluctuations.
Keep in mind that high traffic areas will stress your clownfish and perhaps even encourage them to jump out of the tank, as I elaborated on this article. If that had happened to you already, you might find there the solutions to prevent that from reoccurring. Clownfish need large tanks that provide them with plenty of room to swim. But you should also add decorations and plants, especially if you have chosen to pair your clownfish with aggressive species.
Clownfish can survive in tanks without plants and decorations. But they are more likely to thrive if they have places in the tank where they can hide. This is one of the reasons why some fish owners prefer to pair clownfish with anemones. Anemones give clownfish a sense of security.
However, some clownfish have no interest in hosting anemones. In such cases, you should endeavor to create hiding places that they can use to secure their privacy.
However, try to avoid sharp edges objects. Clownfish are very territorial, and they tend to manifest aggressive behavior when you add other clownfish to their tank. If you are new to the species, most professionals will encourage you to keep only two clownfish in your container.
They will eventually pair off and breed. If you have multiple clownfish, the breeding pair will probably harass the other clownfish in the tank. You can probably get by with five or more fish because the harassment will be more spread out.
But you have to think about the size of your tank. Do not crowd your fish. The chances of violent confrontations tend to increase. Also, it is more challenging to keep the aquarium and its water clean. Clownfish need a regular diet. They should be fed two or three times a day. Do not give them more food than they can eat in three minutes. As most professionals will tell you, they are not picky eaters. As omnivores, they will consume almost anything you add to their tank. However, you need to balance their diet.
Omnivores eat both animals and plants. You need to keep this in mind. You can feed them live foods, frozen foods, and freeze-dried foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms. But you should remember to add flakes and pellets to their diet, specifically flakes and pellets that will add vegetables to their meal. Some clownfish can survive on the algae they find in the tank.
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