Clownfish in small tanks

[NateT]

I would like to know if a pair of purcula clownfish would do well in a 10 gallon

 

[Jamie1210]

they'd be ok ... they would probably prefer a 20 gallon, but 10 gallon is cool too, provided they are the only fish in there

 

[Krazy]

I've got a pair of false percs in my 10 gal nano, they are the only fish besides my snails/crabs and shrimp... 5 months now and everyone is happy and doing well.. The clowns are starting to mature and I believe are sexing (hopefully some egg laying is in the near future)

 

[Racing1]

If they are young you could go with a ten gallon but 20 is considered a minimum.



Quick Stats from live aquaria
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4; dKH 8-12
Max. Size In Aquarium: Up to 3"
Color Form: Black, Orange, White
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: Yes
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands
Family: Pomacentridae

 

[Chupacabras]

A ten is just fine for a pair of percs though be aware that you've got to keep a firm handle on your water in a tank that small. Personally, I'd go a little larger for them but according to "Clownfishes" by Dr. Wilkerson, a ten is fine.

 

[Random Aquarist]

I'd get a bigger tank just for the sake of the clowns.

Personally, I like to give my fish a LOT of space. I'll be setting up an 86.4g in January and the only fish will be a pair of tomatos.

 

[Natemania]

I don't know if I will be able to go to that extreme but I will probably invest in a larger tank