want to breed clowns, need advice

[reefnetworth]

hi, i have a 25gT (24X12X21) available for breeding clowns. is this a large enough tank? 2 clowns, clean-up crew=snails and worms. (no stars, shrimp, or hermits) i have one BTA, thats been stable for 5 months. about 15# large pcs. of LR. mixed substrate of aragonite sand and crushed coral about 2-2.5" deep. the tank was established in December of 05'. please give me advice, thanx & REEF-ON!

 

[David M]

Welcome to the exciting world of fish breeding, first you will need a football or motorcycle helmet for beating your head against the wall. The standard issue advice for beginners is:
1) Read all the stickies in the clownfish forum
2) Read as many of the posts in this forum as you can stand
3) Get a copy of Joyce Wilkerson's Clownfishes book. This is essential, NOT optional
4) Get a copy of Martin Moe's Breeding the Orchid Dottyback . This is less essential but very beneficial.
5) Learn to live on 4 hours sleep per night.

Best of luck :smokin:

 

[Dman]

What David M said, plus:
Lose the BTA,
and 4 hours sleep only if youdon't have a day job.