clown hosting leather coral.

Bully · 11/30/2008, 08:34 AM

I am in the process of swithing a fish only with live rock tank over to a reef tank. My maroon clown spends a good deal of time trying to use my leather coral as an anomene. The leather does not like me touching it. I am not sure if the clown is having much effect. Whoud I be better off, getting a anomene sooner rater than later. any other thoughts appreciated.

Michael · 11/30/2008, 08:38 AM

hi-bully, my clown did exactly the same, and i asked the same question, basically my toadie soon got used to the clown and now its always out and not bothered

ginger7286 · 11/30/2008, 08:39 AM

If the coral does not want you touching it I am only guessing the clown will irritate it. Also I am not sure if the leather corals sting but some do. I would get a nice anemone for your clown. It makes a great addition to a reef tank. Your clown and the anemone will thank you, as well as the leather. Good luck you'll love your reef tank.

mc-cro · 11/30/2008, 09:08 AM

If the leather keeps its polyps out, then you should be fine. I have had a clown kill and open brain

lamboraf · 11/30/2008, 10:00 AM

My did the exact same thing and my coral eventualy died.

Bully · 12/04/2008, 06:04 PM

thanks for the advice . Leather is looking well. and I am looking for an anomene.

divewsharks · 12/05/2008, 12:51 AM

couple of things to note:
1- anemones are not the easiest to take care of. water quality must be spot on, adequate flow and the proper lighting is required.
2- just because you add and anemone does not mean your clown host in it, it may prefer the leather or it may take some time for it to take to the anemone

Michael · 12/05/2008, 01:27 AM

it may be necassary to remove the clown in the long run

11/30/2008, 08:34 AM	#1
Bully Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ft. Myers Fl. Posts: 13	clown hosting leather coral. I am in the process of swithing a fish only with live rock tank over to a reef tank. My maroon clown spends a good deal of time trying to use my leather coral as an anomene. The leather does not like me touching it. I am not sure if the clown is having much effect. Whoud I be better off, getting a anomene sooner rater than later. any other thoughts appreciated.

11/30/2008, 08:38 AM	#2
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	hi-bully, my clown did exactly the same, and i asked the same question, basically my toadie soon got used to the clown and now its always out and not bothered __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

11/30/2008, 08:39 AM	#3
ginger7286 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lake Worth, Florida Posts: 728	If the coral does not want you touching it I am only guessing the clown will irritate it. Also I am not sure if the leather corals sting but some do. I would get a nice anemone for your clown. It makes a great addition to a reef tank. Your clown and the anemone will thank you, as well as the leather. Good luck you'll love your reef tank. __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways totally worn out shouting "Holy crap...what a ride!" Current Tank Info: 125 Reef Tank, Precision Marine equipment with a live rock/sand filtration. 30G. Nano with 2 percs and a beautiful little Flaming Prawn Goby.

11/30/2008, 09:08 AM	#4
mc-cro (macro) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 2,238	If the leather keeps its polyps out, then you should be fine. I have had a clown kill and open brain __________________ Time is the most valuable thing you have... spend it wisely Current Tank Info: 60x26x24 AGE 3 sided starphire

12/05/2008, 01:27 AM	#8
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	it may be necassary to remove the clown in the long run __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

11/30/2008, 10:00 AM	#5
lamboraf Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Visalia California Posts: 62	My did the exact same thing and my coral eventualy died.

12/04/2008, 06:04 PM	#6
Bully Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ft. Myers Fl. Posts: 13	thanks for the advice . Leather is looking well. and I am looking for an anomene.

12/05/2008, 12:51 AM	#7
divewsharks Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,905	couple of things to note: 1- anemones are not the easiest to take care of. water quality must be spot on, adequate flow and the proper lighting is required. 2- just because you add and anemone does not mean your clown host in it, it may prefer the leather or it may take some time for it to take to the anemone