breeding clownfish

[guppiman13]

hi all,
i have been keeping fish for a long time and i feel the need to move on to something else. I was thinking about breeding clownfish. i have two 30's a 5 and a 2.5 gall fish tank with most accesories need for them. what type of clowns are the easiest to breed. i was looking to have some fun with this and make some money lol. i was thinking abut selling the fry for really cheap to my lfs to help them out a bit. also, if u have any ideas on how to set up my tank and other things i may need for this (more tanks, filtration,etc.)

thanks in advance,
guppiman

 

[szymon328]

thats realy cool! this is more of a inspiration post not a helpful post so dont kill me! lol get some cheap ones first then move onto something more expensive once u get the whole saltwater thing down, unless u already do. im not sure, but i think clowns can be in a small tank, i see them set up in a tiny tank at my lfs all the time

 

[TheCanuck]

posting in the SW section might get you more replies.

 

[sikoko]

5 and 2.5 is too small and will crash easily.

 

[BODYDUB]

From the sticky in the knife section......

Because only young fish are kept and most never reach maturity, as far as I can find out they have not been breed in an aquarium. And there are no exterior differences between males and females.
Breeding/Reproduction: Captive breeding is possible but this probably won't happen unless the fish are kept in a very large tank, in this case, that means 500 gallons or more. They are usually bred in ponds. The pair will usually lay their eggs on a flat rock with floating plants as cover. The male will aggressively guard them until they hatch in 6 or 7 days. The fry should be moved into a rearing tank and fed baby brine shrimp until they are large enough to take other foods.

 

[coeus]

From the sticky in the knife section......

yes but he means saltwater clown fish not clown knife fish

 

[WickedJester]

Pretty much impossible from what I hear. If you are able to its going to cost you a lot of money to get everything you need for them to breed and keep the fry alive.

 

[guppiman13]

breeding clownfish is impossible? you can buy breeding pairs online.

 

[fishy12]

I don't think it would be too hard just do your research!

 

[WickedJester]

I said from what I have read. Our local fish forum has some guys that have been doing saltwater for years. Obviously it can be done, but I heard it was hard for the hobbiest at home.