Clown Trigger Experiences?
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prime311
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You're not going to get much, most of the people that purchased clowns came and went here presumably because it didn't work out. Just going from the accounts I've seen anyway. The couple of people who have clowns in community tanks here aren't really the best for advice because they put their fish in knowingly dangerous situations. I know some people over at reef central have kept clowns successfully in community tanks, but they also have multiple tanks and have gone through return/transfer processes to get it to work. As anyone can tell you, every fish has there own personality and you can find the right clown and keep it for a few years and trade it in before it gets too big, too territorial, or shows sign of aggression. This takes a lot of effort and is only recommended for an experienced person.
slackjawed
Member
Originally Posted by BeeBeeLB
http:///forum/post/2741997
I am wondering if anyone can share their story of owning a Clown Trigger and elaborate on the details because I am really wanting one and I have read all the advice but want to hear real accounts... from the beginning to the end or hopefully no end!
i have 1 would tell everyone to get one ,mine is a wimp!!!, he swims the whole tank always active
does not sit or a hide ever!!has shown no aggression to any other fish.i want to get a 1" for my little 75 gallon
http:///forum/post/2741997
I am wondering if anyone can share their story of owning a Clown Trigger and elaborate on the details because I am really wanting one and I have read all the advice but want to hear real accounts... from the beginning to the end or hopefully no end!
i have 1 would tell everyone to get one ,mine is a wimp!!!, he swims the whole tank always active
small triggers
Active Member
My clown was very calm when i first got him. He is in with a niger, blue jaw and picasso. The clown is 3rd in command. My picasso is the MOST aggressive. They are all only a little more than 2 1/2 inches long. Not really aggressive yet, but at only having them for a year i haven't expected it yet. They will be in a 150 as of tommarrow hopefully. Then i have a feeling it's on.
ccampbell57
Active Member
Here is what I know about clown triggers:
- Got my clown at 3.5", very active
- Fast growing (went from 3.5" to 5" in less than 6 months)
- As he got older and larger, he became more aggressive, even started to stand up to my 10" uber aggressive Emperor angel
As for not experiencing anything yet, just wait till they get to around 9". These guys are true killers.
- Got my clown at 3.5", very active
- Fast growing (went from 3.5" to 5" in less than 6 months)
- As he got older and larger, he became more aggressive, even started to stand up to my 10" uber aggressive Emperor angel
As for not experiencing anything yet, just wait till they get to around 9". These guys are true killers.
kjr_trig
Active Member
Agree with Campbell....One of the worst things I see on this site is people with 2, 3, 4 inch Triggers telling people how docile and non aggressive they are. You never see people say they have an 8 inch Clown/Niger/Huma and he is very docile....Triggers often make very nice juveniles and horrible adults, they need big tanks and tough tank mates.
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rcreations
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That's a good point. Of all the pictures I've seen posted of clown triggers, both here and on other forums, I never saw one of a large one. Most are just little ones, under 5". My guess is most people can't keep them past that size.
hlcroghan
Active Member
I have not kept one personally, but my lfs had one for a long time that an owner had brought in to sell. They couldn't keep it anymore because it had become too aggressive. It had been in their 300 gallon tank along with a huge maroon clown and some other fish. I would say it was prolly at least 7" long and nice and chubby. They gave up both the fish because the maroon would kill any fish that came near it's anemone and the clown would kill any fish that swam around the tank. It was the coolest fish I had ever seen but WOW it was so aggressive. After they sold it, they had to replace the front of that tank because it had scratched the hell out of it with it's teeth(arcylic). But this fish was just amazing. The people that fed it could reach in and pet it's side and it would turn over and let them pet it and splash it's tail like a dog wagging. If it was hungry or in a bad mood though, watch out! That thing could have taken your finger off! It tried to do it once to me. It actually jumped out of the water to try and bite me. Big old sharp teeth too!! Anyway, my recommendation is that if you really want one, then make it a species only tank or something like that.
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rcreations
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Just thinking out loud here... I wonder what a large tank with a clown trigger, queen trigger and undy would be like? I mean they would each be able to hold their own right? Would something like this work for a large tank with just these 3 fish?
kjr_trig
Active Member
Originally Posted by RCreations
http:///forum/post/2742915
Just thinking out loud here... I wonder what a large tank with a clown trigger, queen trigger and undy would be like? I mean they would each be able to hold their own right? Would something like this work for a large tank with just these 3 fish?
Would be a beautiful and entertaining tank for a while, but if it wasn't big enough, my money would be on it eventually being a tank with just a Queen Trigger
http:///forum/post/2742915
Just thinking out loud here... I wonder what a large tank with a clown trigger, queen trigger and undy would be like? I mean they would each be able to hold their own right? Would something like this work for a large tank with just these 3 fish?
Would be a beautiful and entertaining tank for a while, but if it wasn't big enough, my money would be on it eventually being a tank with just a Queen Trigger
crimzy
Active Member
I have kept several clowns, but never a full grown one. They are very entertaining, as Slack mentioned.... never hide, very hardy. They are pretty difficult to kill if you have water quality issues. The only thing with them is to keep the right tankmates. I think they will be ok with some of the tougher triggers, groupers and eels. Most other fish will be a crap shoot.
small triggers
Active Member
I would think with a clown, undy and queen, i would have atleast a 300g and watch the fireworks. Were planning to start building our house next year, so hopefully in 2010 we'll have a house and a 450g tank to move my fish too. we'll have to see who makes it at that point, I have a feeling we'll be down to 1 or 2 triggers.
rickyh24
Member
Originally Posted by L8AGIN
http:///forum/post/2743029
I have a Clown Trigger in a tank by its self it is about 5 to 6 in dont think I would put anything in with it.
i am looking into setting up a tank with just a clown and maybe a snowflake. Any tank size recommendations? I want to pack it with live rock too. Would a 75 work?
http:///forum/post/2743029
I have a Clown Trigger in a tank by its self it is about 5 to 6 in dont think I would put anything in with it.
i am looking into setting up a tank with just a clown and maybe a snowflake. Any tank size recommendations? I want to pack it with live rock too. Would a 75 work?
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usirchchris
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Originally Posted by RickyH24
http:///forum/post/2853374
i am looking into setting up a tank with just a clown and maybe a snowflake. Any tank size recommendations? I want to pack it with live rock too. Would a 75 work?
I saw the aftermath of a snowflake eel killed by a clown trigger. It was a good sized snow flake eel too. Not that this would matter in regards to standing up to the trig...it was just a shame to see this large eel killed. Oh and I think a 75 would work for a little bit, but probably after a year or two..based on the told growth rates this would not work. I have never had a clown trigger, so this is JMO. I would not recomend buying a fish based on the thought that you will eventually upgrade....if you think you can do that...upgrade now.
http:///forum/post/2853374
i am looking into setting up a tank with just a clown and maybe a snowflake. Any tank size recommendations? I want to pack it with live rock too. Would a 75 work?
I saw the aftermath of a snowflake eel killed by a clown trigger. It was a good sized snow flake eel too. Not that this would matter in regards to standing up to the trig...it was just a shame to see this large eel killed. Oh and I think a 75 would work for a little bit, but probably after a year or two..based on the told growth rates this would not work. I have never had a clown trigger, so this is JMO. I would not recomend buying a fish based on the thought that you will eventually upgrade....if you think you can do that...upgrade now.
hammerhed7
Active Member
The bottom line is triggers, with the exception of a couple are territorial fish. As small fish the have more space in the tank, and do not feel the need to make more space for themselves, and can live in a community environment for some time with no issues, until they get large and decide to "clean house" to free up some space. Even the "peaceful" niger that is often considered a good community choice will be fine for years, when it gets large 12-18" it will be a completely different animal. Triggers also have alot of individuality, so there will always be the few exceptions to the rule out there. However with size comes aggression, just like people say their 3" undulate trigger is the wimpiest fish in their tank, ever heard someone with a 10-12" undulate say that?
I by means consider myself a trigger expert, there are many here with more experience with these fish than me.
I by means consider myself a trigger expert, there are many here with more experience with these fish than me.
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usirchchris
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Originally Posted by RickyH24
http:///forum/post/2853408
i had to sell to sell my reef when i moved out to vegas from maine. im looking to try something different now. what about lighting on an aggressive setup? will a couple regular strip lights do the trick?
Yeah lights don't matter to fish...you could have no lights. Lighting does effect the aesthetics of your tank and fish, however.
http:///forum/post/2853408
i had to sell to sell my reef when i moved out to vegas from maine. im looking to try something different now. what about lighting on an aggressive setup? will a couple regular strip lights do the trick?
Yeah lights don't matter to fish...you could have no lights. Lighting does effect the aesthetics of your tank and fish, however.
rickyh24
Member
Originally Posted by usirchchris
http:///forum/post/2853431
Yeah lights don't matter to fish...you could have no lights. Lighting does effect the aesthetics of your tank and fish, however.
i would want the rock to look decent though im assuming better lighting would help with this.
http:///forum/post/2853431
Yeah lights don't matter to fish...you could have no lights. Lighting does effect the aesthetics of your tank and fish, however.
i would want the rock to look decent though im assuming better lighting would help with this.
