Black spots on clown?

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  1. dustin0479

    dustin0479 Peppermint Shrimp

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    I have noticed some black spots on our clown fish. He seems fine and is eating well but they lookout of place.
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  2. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Are the spots raised at all?
     
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  3. dustin0479

    dustin0479 Peppermint Shrimp

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    They don't appear to be
     
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  4. dustin0479

    dustin0479 Peppermint Shrimp

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    He seems to rub his side on he sand frequently
     
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  5. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    That looks like Hypermelanization, caused by the fish being stung by various corals. It is pretty common and usually resolves over time.
     
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  6. dustin0479

    dustin0479 Peppermint Shrimp

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    I am hoping so. He ate a TON tonight, twice what he usually eats.
     
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