Black spots on clowns.

[Bigbaby]

Hey guys my clowns developed round black spots. They are not peppery like ich. I noticed the spots today and they didn't have them yesterday. Also, I found my torch recessed moments before I noticed the spots. Could it be stings from torch? Can anyone chime in on this? Thanks!

 

[KJ]

Could it be stings from torch?

Yes.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/black-ich-or-coral-stings.360091/

 

[melypr1985]

Agree with KJ. Those are marks from being stung by a coral or nem. The clown will be fine as he builds up a resistance to it.