Territorial clown - suggestions please

Jamborick · Mar 9, 2020

I just introduced a BTA and 2 tank raised oscellaris clowns into my 8 month old Reefer 425xl. One of the clowns quickly took to the anemone and seems to have claimed it. It is not aggressive toward the other clown but chases it off when it comes near.
What is my best option? Another anemone or more clowns?

Mhart032 · Mar 9, 2020

I wouldn't do anything.. they will bicker and tussle, but eventually they will be ok, but its just like when your significant other deems your sleeping on the couch tonight. this will be a routine for them..

Jamborick · Mar 9, 2020

I get it, thanks!

fishguy242 · Mar 9, 2020

totally normal

lpsouth1978 · Mar 9, 2020

I have a pair of Spotcinctus clown, 3 x Haddoni Carpets, and a RBTA. The Female has claimed ALL of the nems during the day, but lets the male sleep in one of the carpets at night, she jumps between the other 2 all night.

Jamborick · Mar 10, 2020

Unfortunately, a new development. The clown that was hosting the anemone got sucked into a Reef Octopus Octo Pulse 2 powerhead. The remaining clown has not yet taken to the anemone. How many new clowns should I add to minimize conflict?