Clowns in a ZeroEgde?

[Bluespot22]

I recently purchased a ZeroEdge and realize I am limited on what I can keep due to the fact that some fish can jump over, but I was wondering about clowns? Perculas to be exact. I would put an anemone in for them so hopefully they wouldn't stray too far. Thanks?

 

[clowns101]

Any fish you get can jump.Some fish jump to try to remove parasites,like Koi do.Some fish are more prone to jumping like Gobies,but with clownfish I think you will be fine.Get them an anemone,and see what happens.

 

[Toddrtrex]

The only part I would be concerned with would be the first couple of weeks they are in the tank -- just with them not used to the tank they could jump. Also, if there is any fighting b/t the pair in the beginning. I used to have a pair of B&W O's, the female chased the male out of one of my tanks twice.

 

[Bluespot22]

OK, thanks guys. I just paired the clowns so I'll wait a month or two to make sure they are established.
Todd, is there anything you would recommend during the first few nights while they settle into the tank? I have heard a nightlight actually works with certain fish.

 

[Toddrtrex]

Yeah, I think any extra light in that room --- having it on when the tank lights go off might help a bit. And having some other light (( or daylight )) in that room on before the lights come on -- just so there aren't any sudden changes in light should help.

 

[Bluespot22]

Ok, great. Thanks for the tips. Anybody else want to share their experiences?

 

[Blitzburggirl]

I know people that had zero edges... Jealous I am! But, the issue they had, was fishing fish out of the sump from time to time. Make sure your sump is fish safe, you don't want someone to find the return

 

[Bluespot22]

I don't think I am going to risk it. I was considering either my spawning rods onyx pair or my picasso/ onyx pair. I would hate to lose either of them. Thanks for the words of experience guys!

 

[Jman13]

just make sure the clowns you get are diffrent sizes (to reduce the chance of fighting) and if you do see any bit of fighting put a mesh or eggcrate over the top until they sort it out, no clowns fight for more than 2 weeks. i have never seen a clown jump but i have heard of it, i say go for it, and with a nem that would look great