pairing

[WM15]

i got 2 ocellaris's yesterday and they seem to be getting quite comfortable and the larger one is starting to keep the smaller one in its place. the smaller one is eing pretty submissive. is this what i should be looking for if i want the to pair?

 

[saltymight]

Yes the bigger one or the female will chase the mal around until it shakes. Thats is she its submission. once they are paired they female will stop chasing around the male. some times it can get pretty ruff, if it does for instance you male is getting harmed or having parts of its fin missing seprate them by putting the male in a clear object with ventalation like a hamster ball in the tank.

 

[WM15]

thanks i was wondering why the smaller one looked like it was having a seisure. how long can this go on?

 

[saltymight]

Usually it takes about 3 months

 

[WM15]

thanks for all the help