what to do with Rod's onxy clowns?
- Thread starter t4zalews
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Get 2 breeders nets join them together (superglue) then cut out the middle of the netting. Double sized.I used those breeders nets for growing out my bangaiis.2 together should be plenty for a little while,and no need to worry about a new set up or extra water changes.My fish from Rods(didnt have to go through a middle man back then) were small but them again I was just tickled to get them.It was so funny I didnt even have to net them when it was time for them to move to the reef,they grew up in a 20 gal.All I had to do was fill a pitcher of tank water near them and they would get pulled right in,not a care in the world.
Rkelman, I think part of the reason that Rod's onyx clowns are so popular is that you actually have the opportunity to watch them get bigger and develop their colors; it can be a much more satisfying experience than buying a full grown mated pairof clowns. Granted, it's important to remember that along with their small size come some extra measures in caring for them until they get bigger. When you buy Rod's clowns you know how small they are going to be and that there is a risk you are taking with shipping them, just like any small fish. Rod's customers known all this and still choose to buy/ship them because they are quality fish that make great additions to any size reef tank.
rkelman
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Don't get me wrong I love the fish. They are beautiful and he has done great with them so Kudos to him. Still the fact that people buy them that small causes undue danger to the animals. I feel we as breeders have a responsibility to the animals to sell them at a more reasonable size. I agree watching them grow is fun but at what expense? You can get clowns at 1" or so and still watch them grow. That is my opinion. Others are welcome to disagree. I apologize to the Op for getting off topic. I'll go away now 
MatthewLaw
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i agree wtih buying a 10g QT tank, filter and heater at petsmart. i would be comfortable saying the items would not cost more than $50.
for the health of the tank and safety of the fish, the 10g tank seems like a convenient and cost effective option.
for the health of the tank and safety of the fish, the 10g tank seems like a convenient and cost effective option.
juniormc8704
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Here is what i did with my new rod's clowns. Its a beta breeder, hangs on the tank like yours. I added a bbunch of holes to increase flow.
I tried those same net breeders before, but they tend to catch every piece of junk and food in the water column.
Ive found this plastic one to work a lot better.
I tried those same net breeders before, but they tend to catch every piece of junk and food in the water column.
Ive found this plastic one to work a lot better.
t4zalews
65g Ritteri Tank
after the first feeding I became quickly away of that situation with the food. how big is that beta breeder? the current one I have will just have to do for now until I can think of something better. From the sizes and banding of our clowns, they look like the same batch
juniormc8704
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They are from the same batch from what Ive been told.
I got mine from Oceans Gallery, but they all came from Rod.
The breeder ill have to measure, but its something like 10" x 5" x 5"
Its also got a nice divider with a white plastic card that can be put in if needed. Its great if they decide to scrap, you can give them a time out.
Plus its nice to be able to see the fish better, as they are going to be in there for a while.
I got mine from Oceans Gallery, but they all came from Rod.
The breeder ill have to measure, but its something like 10" x 5" x 5"
Its also got a nice divider with a white plastic card that can be put in if needed. Its great if they decide to scrap, you can give them a time out.
Plus its nice to be able to see the fish better, as they are going to be in there for a while.
juniormc8704
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If you cant find one, shoot me a PM. I can always go to my LFS that carries them, pick one up, and ship it to you.
juniormc8704
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Pet Connection at 5 mile and Middlebelt in Livonia.
Not to far from you at all.
Not to far from you at all.
t4zalews
65g Ritteri Tank
so the pair is doing great...only eat cyclops right now tho...I've been watching them a lot and they tend to scuffle sometimes...is this a bad sign for the pair? or are they just trying to gain dominence to become the female? I know that the actual transformation won't happen for a while but is this normal or them to scuffle sometimes?
FIREFISHPAT
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Looking forward 4 onxy are suppose to arrive today. I hope they live. Last batch of 4 rods arrived D O A . Soon find out.
t4zalews
65g Ritteri Tank
I moved them into the breeder that junior suggested. very good idea. I like the new container but I still like the size of the two breeder nets. but as junior said the mesh gets VERY dirty very fast. I'm going to see if I can find a mesh with bigger holes so the dirt doesn't collect. maybe even some nylon netting if I can find it. but good alternative for now.
