Clowning Around or an Issue?

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i have a clownfish that has been laying on the sand on and off the last week. See pictures.

Typically this has only occurred in the mornings after the lights turn on. When i get close to the glass to investigate she swims off like nothing is wrong. She is eating fine and still bites my hand when i stick it in the tank.

Is this a normal thing others have with their clowns? Could this be a more serious issue? Maybe getting ready to lay eggs?

Looking for your thoughts!

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My male used to do this but now that he hangs out in my group of BTA's all day, he no longer does.
 
I have seen similar things. Does not seem worrisome if eating.
 
I have seen similar things. Does not seem worrisome if eating.
 
My two clowns alternate doing this...One will do it for a week or so... then the other... I'm fairly certain they're just being overdramatic and sassy.
 
If it is eating fine, not breathing hard, and not showing signs of distress, then I would not be worried.
 
that's "clownfish being clownfish" they just have weird behavior. Mine swim in the corners vertically of the tank every once in awhile.
 

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