clownfish mouth won't close

Seamonkey · #1 09-17-2003, 12:27 AM

Hi all,

One of my 2 clowns seems to be off food and has a permanent open mouth, and it looks slightly swollen. It is the larger of the pair. It swims fine, but seems to be somewhat weak. (rests very quietly in the anemone). Respirations seem normal, and the other 3 fish and corals are fine. I'm not sure how long this has been going on, as my host anenome moved under a overhang and they tend to be out of sight more. If anyone can help I would appreciate it.
Toni

Toooloud · #2 09-17-2003, 01:56 AM

it could be swallon from fighting with the other clown, they lock lips when fighting,

Just keep an eye on him,

Seamonkey · #3 09-17-2003, 02:36 AM

They do spar alot, kinda a push, shove thing, but I have never seen anything really aggressive. There was a spawn in the tank a month or so ago... all the eggs were eaten. should I be doing anything for this fish?

Seamonkey · #4 09-18-2003, 03:46 AM

Happy to say that my clown is looking just fine today. Musta been the fightin. She sure looked pathetic, thought i might loose her.