One of my clownfish started changing color about 2-3 weeks ago. First thing that happened was that the last white stripe (near the tail) turned a grayish color. Then, yesterday I noticed that the whole fish was a darker color. It used to be a very nice orange color, then it just turned to a dark orange-ish blackish color. Anyone know why?
clownfish
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Bifferwine
I am a girl
Is it the larger one by any chance? The one that grows bigger is the female and a color change (to dark) usually accompanies this. The other reason for turning darker is if they are getting stung by a coral or anemone they are hosting.
chuysvt
hi
i have one clown darker then the other one..and mine are find ..with no problems..
arizonagrace
Reefing newb
I have a pajama cardinal that was gorgeous and one day it turned a darker coloring, and never turned back. At the time, I had a heater that shorted out and had to do several water changes. I just thought that is what happened, but now not sure. Would love to hear other reasons why
bjohanson1234
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Its could have just matured and is now hosting that spot. Remember clowns act funny at times.
little_fish
Moderator
Many fish get darker or change colors as they reach maturity
