I just added my first Clown (Picasso) last Saturday, and I am curious how fast I should/can add another Clown. I was wanting to get an Ocellaris for my second. I have heard that it is good to get another one sooner rather than later, in case the first one becomes territorial. I have no problem waiting, however I don't want to wait too long and then not be able to get a second at all. I also have a Scarlet Skunk Shrimp in as well. Put in the same day as the Picasso. Thanks in advance.
Adding An Additional Clown
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Alright, I appreciate the feedback. Should I get the second one sooner, rather than later though? Or if I get a smaller one, does the timing matter?
Chrille26
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I added my Percula Picasso one month after I added my Black Ocellaris and they have been getting along fine from the start, granted they have only been together for two days but no fighting whatsoever. The Picasso is smaller then the Ocellaris.
My Orange Storm was from a different tank than the Black and White but was pretty obviously the dominant one as soon as they hit the tank. Again, both were like 1.5" at most so very small. The longer you wait, I think the more risk you run. I think the primary importance is getting a small one that is not seeking to be Queen Bee for second clown.
esther
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That’s what worked for me.
Two clowns is all you will get in a tank once they pair up and begin spawning. Some caveats to this statement, but assuming you do not have a 400g tank or 40 anemones.
deztheclownfish
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I have had a clownfish in a tank for about one week then two weeks later I added two more clownfish here we are three weeks they are all fine together hope this helps( in my option adding another one should be fine put the bag in the top so they can see each other safely before adding)
