Jiddy's Clown Question(s)

[Jiddy]

Hello all, I had some questions on the subject of Breeding Clownfish. Im almost throught the Wilkerson, "Clownfishes" book and just wanted to get some personal feedback from you guys. Im currently deployed and wanted to do my facts while i had the spare time. I havent even purchased the clowns yet. (i do own a pair of pink skunks, but i will not try to breed them)

1. Ive read/heard that Ocel/Perc/Clarki are all good beginner fish to attempt to breed. Since i wont be doing this for profit or fame, my personal choice would be the Ocellaris, would this be a good starter fish?

2. Would a 20gal setup solely for the clownfish be large enough, with 2 ten gallons for babies be a good starter setup. I was trying to find some home setup pics but only found larger than what i expect to have.

3. You have to raise greenwater to feed rotifers which you give to newly hatched clowns, then you raise brine to feed to larger baby clowns, correct? Where is a good starter kit and company to buy this from.

Thanks in advance,
Jiddy

 

[Jiddy]

Interesting

 

[FMarini]

Jiddy-
1)-Yes, its fine, nemo is the best choice for starter fish
Feel free to start reading here
http://reefcentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?daysprune=1&forumid=36

2)- your tanks are fine, just beaware that many people link their tanks together to increase gallonage and ensure better water quality. If you use smaller tanks, and smaller gallonage, you will need to ensure water quality (ie water chems and water changes)
3)- feel free to start reading here and if you have more questions
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=135137


frank

 

[Jiddy]

Thanks Frank, that was what i was looking for, just a push in the right direction. Off to the archives i go.......

 

[Elmo18]

Hi Jiddy. I haven't had time to reply on your PM on RF.

I will do so later, but Frank has you covered

Best,
Ilham