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[txadk]

I have new 15 gallon tank with 2 clowns. I thought they were both males so grandchildren named them Nemo and Jeff. Thinking Jeff might to change pronoun and name to JeffRita. How can I tell? And how long can my tank survive if electricity goes out?

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Welcome to your new home for saltwater reef aquarium resources and fun! Welcome to the family! :D

 

[vetteguy53081]

 

[Cichlid Dad]

Welcome To The Reef!

 

[CO2TLEY]

Bigger of the two will be the female. Also usually the one showing more aggression to the other

 

[Ocean_Queenie]

Hello & Welcome, do you have a generator? That’s what we use!

 

[smitten with ocean life]

welcome! the one will be bigger than the other. and as far as power going out, not more than a couple of hours. im usually racing to get the generator hooked up when i hit the half hour mark. but im in a temperate climate, so i dont have to worry about the temp

 

[SeaworthyAquatics]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

One clown will become the dominate one and she'll grow larger than the other one.

Tanks can last 2-4 hours with no power depending on the bio load, some surprisingly longer but don't count on it. Best to be ready for 2-4 hours. Best option is to keep a generator on hand, second best would be a good battery back up, but at least pick up a battery powered air pump. Most can run for 12-24 hours and is hopefully all you need in most situations.

 

[DDenny]

 

[paragrouper]

 

[zheka757]

Welcome to R2R!

 

[PharmrJohn]

I have new 15 gallon tank with 2 clowns. I thought they were both males so grandchildren named them Nemo and Jeff. Thinking Jeff might to change pronoun and name to JeffRita. How can I tell? And how long can my tank survive if electricity goes out?

It is a pleasure to meet you. I think you'll dig it here. R2R is an amazing place. So Greetings and Welcome to out collective obsession!

 

[Nano_Man]

 

[Buckster]

Hello and Welcome to R2R! I have a generator which I will plug in the tank along with the refrigerator.

 

[Brisk]

Welcome!

 

[1112-425XL]

 

[1112-425XL]

This can add hours to a tank that size.

Penn Plax Silent Air Battery Operated Aquarium Air Pump for Power Outage Automatic Turn On Keeps Fish Safe https://a.co/d/44V0mT4

 

[kevgib67]

Welcome, glad you are here! I keep a battery powered aerator on hand and the old fashioned thermometer that sticks to the inside glass with a suction cup. Depending on the time of year I can put ice or warm water in a large ziplock freezer bag to float and control temperature.

 

[Jimbhoy13]

Welcome to R2R and the salty world. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

 

[Gman83]

Welcome!