Multiple Dwarf Fuzzies

[progman2000]

I've had a dwarf fuzzy in my 150g reef for about 8 months. It's a pretty good size, 3-4 inches, eats like a pig and has grown quite a bit since I've had it. I bought a smaller one on a whim a week ago (my son begged me and it's got really nice colors and was eating pellets). The new one is close to 1.5 inches - the guy at my LFS who I kind of trust said they will basically ignore each other, but my bigger one has been pretty aggressive and forces the little guy into the rockwork whenever he sees it. Will they eventually coexist peacefully?

 

[reefergeorge]

If it's been a week it will probably continue.. I would move some rocks around and make sure they both have a nice cave. There are plenty of people with multiple lions so it should work out. Good luck!

 

[Woogiekids]

We have 4 fuzzies in our 75g, but only one male. If you have multiple males, they won't coexist.

 

[rayn]

If you have multiple males, they won't coexist.

^^this. I would pull the smaller one till you know which you have.

 

[namxas]

Besides the aggression, the newcomer will suffer at feeding time too, esp. with an agressive feeder in residence. You will likely ultimately have to target feed both fish to insure that each one gets its fair share.