Duncans and Seahorses

[multsh]

I recently came across Duncans and were interested in adding in the tank. I’ve read mixed reviews online with some people mentioning no issues and others cautioning against. From all I’ve read they are peaceful so was curious to understand if anyone kept or any info if they are compatible with seahorses.

Thanks!

 

[lilgrounchuck]

I haven’t kept seahorses but I’d imagine adults would be ok. If they breed in there the babies might get eaten. I know my Duncan likes medium flow though, and what it’s happiest in seems like it would probably be too much for seahorses, so flow could be an issue.

 

[multsh]

Thanks. I can probably work through the flow with positioning, and if they breed would likely need to move anyway.

My bigger concern was stinging (which I've heard they don't sting) and if seahorses branch if there would be injury. Thanks!

 

[sde1500]

I have a Duncan that is making contact with two acro frags I have. It’s been a few weeks of that so far and they both show signs of small amounts of damage. So there is definitely stinging going on. That being said if it was a torch or acan the frags would be fully dead by now. So def a minor sting.

 

[lilgrounchuck]

Yeah, all of my fish wind up among the Duncan at some point and none have ever shown a mark. I think the horsies would be good on that front.

 

[rowvang]

Years later so I'm not sure if this is still helpful but I did actively see duncans being kept in a tank with seahorses at a store that specializes in keeping and selling them and was told they are safe for the adults and a very peaceful Highly compatible coral.