new clownfish

gil5280

gil5280

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hey i got a new true pec clownfish. im wondering how long till he starts turning black. and i have him in with a yellow tail damsil, will they be fine?
 
burpuffer

burpuffer

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Yellow tail damsels tend to be a little agressive when there is a school of them. But if there is just one, the clown should be fine.
 
nuz

nuz

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Damsels are aggressive but the perc should become pretty territorial and will be able to fend for itself, especially if it decides to host an anemone. However I've seen damsels try to pick on fish several times their size - even solo (not in a school). So if you run into any trouble it might be necessary to remove the damsel.
 
perfectdark

perfectdark

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Damsels and clownfish are related.. cousins if you will. There are many species of damsels that will take residence in anemones much like clownfish will. They should be ok with each other, but like any species of mixed clownfish keep a watchful eye out, as problems are not uncommon.
As for the color, True percs have a notably darker area between their white strips some are less than others, in some fish the black can completly consume the orange body except for the fins. There is no indication how much or how soon this will happen for you. Only time, patients, diet and maturity will dictate what your end result will be. The shades of orange and black can be affected more by diet and stress, as the amount of black will change with maturity. Good Luck and post pic if you can.
 
gil5280

gil5280

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in the tank his mates were a little darker and some were like him. i hope he gets darker, i might be buying one thats allready darker today.
 
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