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[moldrik]

Hey guys,

I picked up some new clownfish with an anemone. While acclimating they were in the anemone the whole time ( in a small bucket ) however, once introduced to the tank ( 40 gal ) they aren't spending time with their anemone anymore. I tried giving them something to eat, but they wouldn't. So, i'm giving them a night by themselves to hopefully destress and tomorrow start their new lives in my tank.

Is this normal? They are still sticking together ( thankfully ) so I hope they do ok.

Water parameters are fine and I did a water change too.

Sincerely,

Really-hopeful-that-my-fish-will-host-the-anemone.
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[Keri]

They are likely just exploring the new digs, they will probably go back to hosting the 'nem in time ....unless they find something else they like better. Clowns are funny
It's completely normal that they don't eat the first day, or even couple of days. If you want to entice them to eat sometimes adding fresh garlic juice to their frozen (thawed) food helps pique their interest. HTH

[moldrik]

I was going to buy some at JL but they were sold out. The girl that works there ( not sure on her name ) said that they would be getting it in on Wednesday. I bought some mysis shrimp, flake food and red algea ( w/ garlic extract ) and I'm going to mix it all up to make a concoction that they will hopefully enjoy.
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[Madreefer]

Originally Posted by moldrik

I was going to buy some at JL but they were sold out.

You should be able to get it at a health food store. As soon as anything such as Kent or anything "aquarium" is on the label the price seems to double.

[marie]

To get the full benefit of garlic it should be fresh not bottled

[Madreefer]

Originally Posted by marie

To get the full benefit of garlic it should be fresh not bottled

Can you get fresh garlic juice? Or do you do your own? And do you mean just juice or do you put in minced? Just curious as always willing to save some on cash.