is my common clown actually braindead?

[zelkor9]

Just got two tiny clowns for my 250L reef tank and they're absolutely brilliant.

However, the larger one's been swimming in figure of eights over the front glass all day, constantly touching it - is that normal or is something off?

Thanks.

[route4]

Just got two tiny clowns for my 250L reef tank and they're absolutely brilliant.

However, the larger one's been swimming in figure of eights over the front glass all day, constantly touching it - is that normal or is something off?

Thanks.

Clowns can be pretty wild, that behavior's not uncommon, they're just a bit quirky.

[rileyon]

Sounds normal to me, they take a while to settle, just give 'em some time and they'll be swimming about like they own the place.

[finnley9]

It's a typical stress response to the move. Swimming up and down the glass is a classic behaviour of stressed fish - they're trying to escape. Keep a relaxed atmosphere and they'll settle down quickly, especially when they associate you with food. They'll soon be up at the glass every time they see you, begging for food.

Regards