clown eggs

[mario1021]

ive search online and got mixed answers thought ill ask you guys.How long does clown eggs take to hatch?

[westohooligan]

Depends on the species. Ocellaris and percs tend to be around 7-9 days.

[Whip316]

depends on type of clowns and water temp. gsm hatch in 6 days above 80f and perc types 8 days and same with occy. others too like clarkii and tomato etc.

[mario1021]

Ok so like 6-10 hatched but there still like a ton left, is dis normal? I still see their silvery eyes so i guess they're still alive.

[westohooligan]

Possibly, when were they laid? There is also a breeding forum on this site as well, which should give answers to many of your questions.

[mario1021]

about 7 days ago, and ill be sure to check those forums thanks

[barelycuda]

If some hatched last night then the rest should hatch tonight. It is not uncommon for eggs to hatch over 2 evenings. Most clowns hatch at 7-8 days at 80 degrees F. I disagree with the GSM's hatching at 6 days as I had a spawning pair for a couple of years and they almost always were at 8 days. Elevated temperatures abouve 80 deg. will shorten the time to hatch as well as normal reef temps of 77 deg will add 1-2 days to hatch.

[mikelee35]

My Occ always hatch the 8th night after they are laid, no matter what the temp is,

[Whip316]

my gsm hatch every 6 days at 84 like clockwork for years. some pairs might be different, but most of the breeders in know who have gsm are 6 days. if you keep your temps steady over 80, they will hatch on the 8th day. if its on day 9 or 10 then its most likely from a temp dropping or a swing. once they get better laying they will get on a schedule and you will be able to time when they are gonna lay during the day. keep a journal.