Adding Clownfish to existing tank with a clown

[cubuffs]

Hello,

I have a clown in a 6o gallon tank that has two anemones in it. He is about 2" and I have had him for about 2 years now. He is a black and white ocellaris.

Is it ok to get another clown? If so, could I switch species and get a percula clown too?

Thanks,
Ryan

 

[ReefCheif]

Stick with same species and make sure the new one to be introduced is smaller than the one you already have.

 

[TheRealChrisBrown]

It can be done, but it can be hit or miss. I introduced a lightning maroon to a gold nugget maroon who was already established it took a few isolation attempts but they eventually got it.

 

[neil82]

I tried this with a couple picassos. At first there was agression from the larger clown that was already established. I put that fish in an acclimation box, which may have helped a bit, but there was still aggression when they were back together. Nothing crazy though. Just territorial. Within a few months they were buddies. Now they have really bonded and stick together.

 

[SynDen]

ya, you can add another clown, but must make sure its smaller and not a female. If its a female and yours is also a female, they will fight to the death. I wouldnt mix species either as that could end badly too.