clowns beefing

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  1. lust1kiddo

    lust1kiddo Astrea Snail

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    I have had two clowns for about 6 months and today they are nipping at each other and than twitching..whats that all about? Any suggestions?
     
    lust1kiddo, Jul 5, 2011
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  2. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    Most likely a sign of mating. Its a good thing.
     
    Zoanthids21, Jul 5, 2011
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  3. Coastie Reefer

    Coastie Reefer Millepora

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    One is becoming the female and the other is showing submission.
     
    Coastie Reefer, Jul 5, 2011
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  4. toua

    toua Flamingo Tongue

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    Depending on how big they are they could just be fighting to become female. Is there damge at all from the fighting?
     
    toua, Jul 6, 2011
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