Clownfish compatibility

[Pennywise the Clown]

When I set up my Reefer 250, one species I really wanted was skunk clownfish. Non of my lfs had any in stock and all said that they very rarely see any in the trade. So I settled on a pair of juvenile percs, who are still sorting out their hierarchy.
Well surprise surprise, my nearest lfs has now got a pair of skunks in stock, a bonded male and female. They say that skunks, because of their different body shape and easy going nature, are the only breed of clownfish that I can add to the tank. And they will not have any issues with my percs and visa versa.
If this is true, and I'm certainly not convinced, I will buy the pair. But I don't want WW3 going on inside my tank.
Is the lfs correct or are they just trying to make some cash?

 

[HotRocks]

It really will likely just depend on the individual fish and the current attitude in your tank. I am sure if you look around enough you will find someone that says you can and someone that had a negative experience. If you decide to move forward with the pair, I would use an acclimation box to introduce them, as well as having a backup plan if they don't get along. As clownfish can be some of the nastiest fish in the hobby.

 

[Bob Loblaw]

I wouldn't expect it to work in that size tank. They may tolerate each other for a while but once they reach breeding age, the truce is over.

 

[BestMomEver]

They either will be ok or they won’t . Really depends on the individuals. As for the availability of skunks.... I don’t know where you live, but skunks are readily available in my area.

 

[Amoo]

90% chance of a long term failure imo

 

[Pennywise the Clown]

I like a nice, peaceful tank more than I like skunks, think I will pass. Thanks guys.