Clown Fish Vibrating???

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by Kristiavi, Apr 8, 2011.

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  1. Kristiavi

    Kristiavi Coral Banded Shrimp

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    About a week and half ago i purchased two Percula Clownfish, One is about 2 1/2 inches and the other is about an inch. I thought by buying the larger it was already be female and the smaller one would stay male and they would match up. They do great in the tank never fighting or anything and constinantly swiming together. This morning I noticed the larger one vibrating and twitching like, and from what i have read online thats a sign of submission. Is it possible for my larger clown to still be male and for the smaller clown to change into a female?? If they are getting along to well are my chances of having a mated pair be pretty good?? Thanks!
     
    Kristiavi, Apr 8, 2011
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  2. hasek1639

    hasek1639 Fire Shrimp

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    That would be the dance of love. I would not worry enjoy the show.
     
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  3. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
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    Large clown is a female, smaller clown the male. Just a dominance thing.
     
    Corailline, Apr 8, 2011
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