Percula Clownfish Pairing

[agranoff]

I purchased 2 juvenile Percula Clownfish about a month ago. One was / is clearly larger than the other but both are small.

The larger one is relentless at chasing and sometimes attacking the smaller one. From what I read this might be normal until they pair but I am concerned because the smaller fish's coloration is starting to dull (as if his health is suffering). When I feed them I try to feed in a way that both can get food although the larger one always tries to compete and take all the food.

Thoughts? How long does the pairing process usually take? When should I be concerned?

Thanks.

 

[Winwood]

Percs can be really hard on one another initially. I would get an acclimation box and place the larger of the two in it for a week or so while you beef up the smaller one.

 

[agranoff]

Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[yodacroz]

just make sure they can still see each other. That will help with them getting used to each other