Clowns

TangMang232 · 06-21-2008, 12:35 PM

I'm interested in breeding clowns and was wondering what kind I should try. Its not that I'm bored with percula's or anything, there just really common. I was thinking Clarkii's or skunks even. What you guys think.

My setup consists of a 20 gallon long with rock and sand. Tank is 2 weeks into the cycle. Adding a HOB fuge for nutrient control and am using a nova extreme 24 in T-5 HO unit for an anemone for them to host in. This should be enough light for the anemones. I was thinking an RBTA only because when I'm done breeding then ill just add them to my 65 gallon. Think that will work, or is there a different sp. I should try and find.

For the babies (if im successful) will be placed in a 20 long under the breeding tank. For filtration im relying on air filtter to avoid sucking up any babies. I have a very thin layer of LS on the bottom to make if feel a bit more like home and then some rocks for them to hide in. Should i add a nano powerhead with a sponge for added circulation or is it good the way it is.

This is my first attempt and do not expect to be successful right away, but would rather be prepared if it does happen. Adjust my setups anyway you guys see needed and i will make the changes.

Thanks so much

lcstorc · 06-21-2008, 12:57 PM

Check out this thread.
Doni is trying to raise them now and has done tons of research. She recommends a couple of great books as well.
Rearing Picasso Percula Clownfish!

Gina · 06-21-2008, 01:01 PM

You can also check out Triggerjays post breeding marine fish.

The Adventures of Breeding Marine Fishes!

lcstorc · 06-21-2008, 01:02 PM

I forgot about that one. Another great breeding thread.

TangMang232 · 06-21-2008, 01:04 PM

just got done reading woodstocks thread. now book marked, and ill be moving on to triggerjay's in a bit. I have the clownfishs book and read that 3 times over. I'm not starting rotifers yet because I don't even have a pair, and it will take a few months before the pair happen anyways so i have time, but as far as initial setup, hows it looking

lcstorc · 06-21-2008, 01:08 PM

Well I have never tried to breed them but I do have a very similar set-up. I have a 20g tank with T5 lights a pair of clarkiis and now 2 RBTA (it split). They have been here for over a year and I haven't seen any breeding behaviour. I have no idea why not and I have never really wanted to raise the babies anyway so I never worried about it. I just like my pair and their nems. Usually the male is in one and the female in the other but they do visit frequently.

jski711 · 06-21-2008, 01:21 PM

well i know when you are trying to get them to breed you really have to feed them heavily. i don't think i'd be breaking any rules by posting this but if i am please delete this mods. check out this site it has a ton of great info.
MOFIB - Marine Ornamental Fish & Invertebrate Breeders - Marine Fish Breeding / Saltwater Fish Breeding / Marine Invertebrate Breeding

jake

GSELLERS · 06-21-2008, 01:31 PM

i say a. oscellaris. the babies are the fastest growers out of most. my true percs are sittin at 3 months old and roughly 1/4"+

TangMang232 · 06-21-2008, 10:26 PM

i guess i should get my feet wet with the easiest to keep pair/babies. Ill continue with the build and start posting some pics, asking more questions and what not.

Thanks for the info, and good post jski711, link is now in my favorites.

Triggerjay · 06-22-2008, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jski711

well i know when you are trying to get them to breed you really have to feed them heavily. i don't think i'd be breaking any rules by posting this but if i am please delete this mods. check out this site it has a ton of great info.
MOFIB - Marine Ornamental Fish & Invertebrate Breeders - Marine Fish Breeding / Saltwater Fish Breeding / Marine Invertebrate Breeding

jake

Jake! you beat me to it! That site has all the information you need to know. I love it. Its a great site, and just about the only online community of breeders... but Joyce Wilkersons book is also a must to have on hand. It is called clownfishes...

TangMang232 · 06-22-2008, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triggerjay

Jake! you beat me to it! That site has all the information you need to know. I love it. Its a great site, and just about the only online community of breeders... but Joyce Wilkersons book is also a must to have on hand. It is called clownfishes...

yeah got the book a few months ago, and have been brushing up on info. Setup up the system now i gotta get the pair lol

Mattfish · 07-15-2008, 08:55 PM

Found this thread and just signed up on MOFIB as well. My wife wants to start breeding either Clowns or Banggai's. Gotta start doing some research.

There seemed to be a reference to a really good book on the subject? Can anyone suggest a good starting/reference book to get us going?

Or tank's doing well, and it's time to start something new, and a way to give back a little too.

Triggerjay · 07-15-2008, 10:55 PM

If you are thinking clownfish breeding, get the book clownfishes, by the late Joyce D Wilkerson.

Jason

Mattfish · 07-16-2008, 07:29 PM

Thanks! I'll look for it and read it.

06-21-2008, 12:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
TangMang232 Serpent Star Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 208 View Gallery Karma Komment	Clowns I'm interested in breeding clowns and was wondering what kind I should try. Its not that I'm bored with percula's or anything, there just really common. I was thinking Clarkii's or skunks even. What you guys think. My setup consists of a 20 gallon long with rock and sand. Tank is 2 weeks into the cycle. Adding a HOB fuge for nutrient control and am using a nova extreme 24 in T-5 HO unit for an anemone for them to host in. This should be enough light for the anemones. I was thinking an RBTA only because when I'm done breeding then ill just add them to my 65 gallon. Think that will work, or is there a different sp. I should try and find. For the babies (if im successful) will be placed in a 20 long under the breeding tank. For filtration im relying on air filtter to avoid sucking up any babies. I have a very thin layer of LS on the bottom to make if feel a bit more like home and then some rocks for them to hide in. Should i add a nano powerhead with a sponge for added circulation or is it good the way it is. This is my first attempt and do not expect to be successful right away, but would rather be prepared if it does happen. Adjust my setups anyway you guys see needed and i will make the changes. Thanks so much __________________ 65 Gallon Mixed Reef Future plans; 90 gallon mixed sps and lps.

06-21-2008, 12:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 26,433 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns Check out this thread. Doni is trying to raise them now and has done tons of research. She recommends a couple of great books as well. Rearing Picasso Percula Clownfish! __________________ Peace LYNN Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Lynn's frag tank experiment A reef tank is like a race car. The faster you go the harder you crash.

06-21-2008, 01:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
Gina Moderator Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 8,842 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Clowns You can also check out Triggerjays post breeding marine fish. The Adventures of Breeding Marine Fishes! __________________ Gina and Mark's 75 Visit Our Sponsors Gina's Cube Gina

06-21-2008, 01:02 PM	#4 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 26,433 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns I forgot about that one. Another great breeding thread. __________________ Peace LYNN Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Lynn's frag tank experiment A reef tank is like a race car. The faster you go the harder you crash.

06-21-2008, 01:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
TangMang232 Serpent Star Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 208 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Clowns just got done reading woodstocks thread. now book marked, and ill be moving on to triggerjay's in a bit. I have the clownfishs book and read that 3 times over. I'm not starting rotifers yet because I don't even have a pair, and it will take a few months before the pair happen anyways so i have time, but as far as initial setup, hows it looking __________________ 65 Gallon Mixed Reef Future plans; 90 gallon mixed sps and lps.

06-21-2008, 01:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 26,433 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns Well I have never tried to breed them but I do have a very similar set-up. I have a 20g tank with T5 lights a pair of clarkiis and now 2 RBTA (it split). They have been here for over a year and I haven't seen any breeding behaviour. I have no idea why not and I have never really wanted to raise the babies anyway so I never worried about it. I just like my pair and their nems. Usually the male is in one and the female in the other but they do visit frequently. __________________ Peace LYNN Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Lynn's frag tank experiment A reef tank is like a race car. The faster you go the harder you crash.

06-21-2008, 01:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
jski711 Torch coral Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NW Burbs of Chicago Posts: 571 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Clowns well i know when you are trying to get them to breed you really have to feed them heavily. i don't think i'd be breaking any rules by posting this but if i am please delete this mods. check out this site it has a ton of great info. MOFIB - Marine Ornamental Fish & Invertebrate Breeders - Marine Fish Breeding / Saltwater Fish Breeding / Marine Invertebrate Breeding jake Last edited by jski711 : 06-21-2008 at 01:23 PM. Reason: messed up

06-21-2008, 01:31 PM	#8 (permalink)
GSELLERS Plate Coral Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: BRANDON FLORIDA Posts: 787 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Clowns i say a. oscellaris. the babies are the fastest growers out of most. my true percs are sittin at 3 months old and roughly 1/4"+

06-21-2008, 10:26 PM	#9 (permalink)
TangMang232 Serpent Star Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 208 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Clowns i guess i should get my feet wet with the easiest to keep pair/babies. Ill continue with the build and start posting some pics, asking more questions and what not. Thanks for the info, and good post jski711, link is now in my favorites. __________________ 65 Gallon Mixed Reef Future plans; 90 gallon mixed sps and lps.

07-15-2008, 08:55 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mattfish King of all I survey Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cupertino, CA Posts: 190 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns Found this thread and just signed up on MOFIB as well. My wife wants to start breeding either Clowns or Banggai's. Gotta start doing some research. There seemed to be a reference to a really good book on the subject? Can anyone suggest a good starting/reference book to get us going? Or tank's doing well, and it's time to start something new, and a way to give back a little too. __________________ Mike - for the Mattfish Family - Mike, Pum and Matthew the little fish "A billion here, a billion there, pretty soon it's real money." Sen. Sam Rayburn on the 1964 Congressional Budget, or, anyone with a tank. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do." Joe Walsh on life. "Vote early, vote often." Mayor Wild Bill Thompson of Chicago on elections during the Capone era.

07-15-2008, 10:55 PM	#13 (permalink)
Triggerjay Golden Moray Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Springfield MO Posts: 2,071 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns If you are thinking clownfish breeding, get the book clownfishes, by the late Joyce D Wilkerson. Jason __________________ The start of my journey: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...xperience.html My current journey: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...ld-thread.html My clownfish breeding log: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...ne-fishes.html

07-16-2008, 07:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
Mattfish King of all I survey Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cupertino, CA Posts: 190 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Clowns Thanks! I'll look for it and read it. __________________ Mike - for the Mattfish Family - Mike, Pum and Matthew the little fish "A billion here, a billion there, pretty soon it's real money." Sen. Sam Rayburn on the 1964 Congressional Budget, or, anyone with a tank. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do." Joe Walsh on life. "Vote early, vote often." Mayor Wild Bill Thompson of Chicago on elections during the Capone era.

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