Ocillaris pair killing corals

[marc nichols]

I have a breeding pair of Clowns that are no longer funny! I've had them for close to 4 years. They killed a pre existing goniapora by hosting in it. After that, they did the same with an open brain I had kept for about 10 years. Now they've moved on to another "victim".

My tank is mixed, predominately acropora. I am concerned with introducing an acceptable anemone host for fear of it's motility and damage it can cause to other corals. Does anyone have a workable solution or do I need to catch this amorous pair and find them a new home.

 

[ThRoewer]

Give them a ceramic flowerpot and see how they like that.

 

[pilot.darren]

I agree, they need a hiding (nesting) spot.

 

[marc nichols]

I'll try that though lots of rock and cave hideouts.

Anyone know a suitable anemone that isn't motile and apt to kill my corals?

 

[NickReef17]

My H. Mag doesnt move ever.

 

[marc nichols]

Mag is what?

Thanks

 

[ThRoewer]

Mag is what?

Thanks

Heteractis magnifica - also known as Ritteri anemone

 

[ProBubbleTip]

magnificas are awesome, huge and doesn't move given the right conditions.