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Unread 05/23/2013, 08:36 PM   #151
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Use a fish trap


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Unread 05/24/2013, 07:38 AM   #152
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I've found the best way to be at night while they sleep.


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Unread 08/06/2013, 03:46 PM   #153
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Try doing it at night


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Unread 10/15/2013, 10:22 AM   #154
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My black and white clown always attack my hand so it is very easy to catch her.


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Unread 10/16/2013, 11:31 PM   #155
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I had to take out my Clarkii clown after it went on a killing spree. I go in thinking he's been so good and is used to hands being in the tank that he'll be ok. Boy was I wrong! Runner, hider, you name it. So, I wound up rearranging my entire tank. Took 10 minutes to finally catch him


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Unread 10/28/2013, 10:34 AM   #156
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I like clownfish - gr8t information. New to all this so any help would greatly appreciated.
I have a 40 gal tank with live rock and sand, canister filter, power head, heater.
Questions: What other fish can I have in the tank with clownfish? How many?


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Unread 10/31/2013, 09:13 AM   #157
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I've always had bad luck catching fish. I had to take out all of my rock and catch them that way.
I tried the clear soda bottle and clear plastic container with no luck


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Unread 11/21/2013, 08:00 PM   #158
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Thanks for info , won't use nets anymore !


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Unread 12/02/2013, 05:39 PM   #159
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i had 2 successful catches on this - big mouth plastic bowl, while holding it soaked at the top of the tank (leave it for around 2 mins before putting flakes), scatter flakes on top of the mouth of the bowl, then the clowns will go after the flakes (now he's inside the bowl mouth at least) - then scoop the bowl up!


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Unread 12/09/2013, 07:43 PM   #160
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I've had to catch my clowns a few times. Turn the lights of and scoop 'me up in the net... no muss, no fuss.


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Unread 12/14/2013, 09:03 AM   #161
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I have a very good technique that gets clowns out in about 30 mins! Has worked multiple times.

Basically, you use a large egg crate divider and split your tank into a third and make sure the clowns are in the smaller divided section. Next you move some of your rocks from the smaller third to the larger (or to a container if you don't have space in your tank)... Now make that divided section smaller and continue to trap the clowns. Next I use another egg crate and box them into a corner. Next grab your net!


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Unread 12/22/2013, 02:33 PM   #162
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My clownfish is the best runner in the world. I have been trying to get him out for a month now. Nothing works traps, nets, he uses a massive anemone and the rocks to hide and run.


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Unread 01/08/2014, 01:35 PM   #163
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Just realized that this post is 10 years old. That said, I wish I knew this a long time ago!

Good stuff and thanks to the OP for the tip.


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Unread 01/13/2014, 06:48 AM   #164
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You can make a trap from a 2 liter bottle.


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Unread 01/14/2014, 05:15 PM   #165
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We have a pair that is starting breeding rituals and will probably force the third odd ball out so good info to have.


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Unread 02/10/2014, 03:05 PM   #166
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The method I like to use is I place my head in the tank open my mouth and wait my clownfish eventually swims in 60% of the time it works every time.


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Unread 02/16/2014, 04:23 PM   #167
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When I needed to move them I placed a clear two liter bottle at the bottom (I would hold it) and would hold a few flakes of fish food between my index and thumb. The fish would eat out of my fingers as they always do with flakes and I slowly raised the container. It was not stressful on my Clown fish pair and it was easy for me.


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Unread 03/20/2014, 04:58 PM   #168
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Fish trap with miso work the best and doesn't stress the fish


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Unread 03/21/2014, 07:53 AM   #169
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I've caught all sorts of fish using (borrowing) a clear plexiglass trap from my LFS. The door has a string on it so all I do is put some mysis inside the box which lies on the floor of the tank. Once the fish swims in the string is let go and the door shuts. There are different sizes of these boxes and I have caught everything from wrasses to tangs. Each time there was very little visible stress on the fish. Just my $0.02.


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Unread 04/15/2014, 01:31 PM   #170
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Go fishing. http://www.tenkarabum.com/micro-fishing-hooks.html


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Unread 04/21/2014, 02:21 AM   #171
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Well all of you are lucky I guess ??? I have a monster 4" Tomatoe Clown, that can draw blood !!! He, of course is a runner. If I stick my hand in, he comes for me,,, add a net or speciman container and he's out of there !!! I thought that I would try to either put a net over him and the rose, while he's asleep, or maybe try to slip a large fish bag over them ???? I was concerned about scaring it to death !!! He's a real pain, has become hyper dominant, it's a wonder that he hasn't torn my Rosebud apart, he's really rough on it, he messes with my Yellow Tang, and kicks up the substrate ALL THE TIME. Maybe that's why my corals are all doing so good ????? I have even thought of trying to catch him with a small barbless flyhook !!!! Anyway, mine's not peaceful and has become quite the rogue !!!! This fish takes food(krill) right from the mouthes of other fish for himself and the anemone !!!! Anyway, I want him gone !!!
sounds like u have a hell of a rogue on your hands … the hook has worked for me on my sand sifting goby… what i would suggest is to scare the other fishes away and then use the hook … hooks have done me well and don't worry about the damage… guessing from your avatar i think u know very well when to set the hook.. i used berkley invisi braid… for me i simply tighten the line when he starts tugging.. after that the clownfish should be swished in a dip of breadcrumbs and beaten egg(this is said to reduce stress),, after that simply lay on a pan already pre garnished with olive oil and butter.(the heat reduces stress)… after that you know what to do to the little monster(this part is said to reduce stress and calm the reefer)


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Unread 04/21/2014, 07:49 AM   #172
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oh damn… this post is too damn old… i feel more mentally unfit than i usually do …lol


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Unread 05/12/2014, 08:55 AM   #173
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I like clownfish - gr8t information. New to all this so any help would greatly appreciated.
I have a 40 gal tank with live rock and sand, canister filter, power head, heater.
Questions: What other fish can I have in the tank with clownfish? How many?
It really depends. I would recommend looking at what you like, what its tank size requirements are, and what else you want to have. Also, it depends what kind of clownfish you want. Some, like Maroons are aggressive, but perculas are not. Once you find the one you want, look and see what its tank history is by doing some research. Then look at a compatibility chart and see what houses best. Compare that to your tank size and your ability to meet that animal's needs.


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Unread 07/09/2014, 04:08 PM   #174
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Yesterday I caught two Clownfishes using the tactics of the night. I turned on the aisle light away from the aquarium, so I could barely see them. With a large net I managed to catch them and put them in a box of acrylic. You have to have a big patience in the process. No rush, no Damages.


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Unread 08/25/2014, 01:17 PM   #175
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Totally dark and using a red light works every time. The last 3 times I have actually caught the fish with my bare hand,


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