Clownfish

Clownfish

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All species are found in Indo-Pacific waters. There are no known Atlantic/Caribbean species. Most clowns are tank raised and tank bred clowns breed hardily in captivity and is one of the most common "starter" fish for saltwater breeders. The average size of Clownfish in captivity is around three inches and come in many bright colors with a variety of stripes. They are an extremely hardy fish, making them a very popular addition to a novice tank. it is best to purchase them in small groups and introduce them to the tank at the same time because they are a bit semi-aggressive and territorial. Altho their diet consists of small crustaceans, plankton and algae, they are reefsafe. Best to feed small amounts several times a day. In a reef situation they don't really need to be fed very often at all. An interesting thing about the Clownfish is their co-habitation with sea anemones; living in 'symbiosis' with certain anemones, which means they live together with both the clownfish and the anemone benefiting from each other's company. Clownfish have a special mucus layer on them that prevents them from being stung, and allows them to hide among the tentacles of the anemone and avoid predators.
Clownfish can change from male into female. They start off male, but if the female dies the dominant male will change into a female. A non-dominant male will then become the dominant male. Tank raised clownfish are easy to breed in the home aquarium.


	Black & White Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion percula var.) Can be kept alone or in small groups with anemone. A very hardy fish, this is perfect for the novist. Easy to breed and get along with other clowns if introduced to the tank at the same time. Also reefsafe. These fish require both meaty foods as well as some greens in their diet. Preferred Anemone hosts:Heteractis magnifica or Stichodactyla mertensii.


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Bluestripe Clownfish (Amphiprion chrysopterus) AKA Orangefin Anemonefish. Prefers a tank 30 gallons or more with no other clownfish or passive fish. Enjoys anemone habitation. Reefsafe and eats meaty items as well as herbivore preparations. Preferred Anemone hosts:Entacemaea quadricolor or Heteractis crispa, or a bulb anemone.


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	Cinnamon Clownfish (Amphiprion melanopus) AKA Red and Black Anemonefish, is semi aggressive towards other clowns and passive fish. Prefers a tank over 30 gallons. Reefsafe and eats meaty items as well as herbivore preparations.. Preferred Anemone hosts:Entacmaea quadricolor or Heteractis crispa.


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Clarkii Clownfish (Amphiprion clarkii) AKA Clark's Anemonefish, is one of the most hardy clownfish in a home aquarium. Does well in a tank of over 30 gallons with an anemone and is semi-aggressive but reef compatible. Actually, this is one of the most aggressive clowns. Eats any meaty food items and herbivore preparations.This is the only know species of clowns that will interact with all 10 host anemones.


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	Fire Clownfish (Amphiprion ephippium), is unusually sensitive to copper medications. Eats most meaty foods and frozen herbivore preparations. Preferred Anemone hosts: Entacmaea quadricolor and Heteractis crispa.


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	Maroon Clownfish (Premnas biaculeatus) AKA Spine-Cheeked Anemonefish, is aggressive towards other clownfish so having more than one isn't a good idea.Has cheek spins that can get tangled in a net. Does well in over 30 gallon tanks with anemone and eats frozen shrimp and herbivore preparations. Reefsafe. Preferred Anemone hosts: Entacmaea quadricolor


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	Ocellaris Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) AKA False-Clown Anemonefish, looks like a lighter colored Percula Clown but is much hardier. Enjoys living with anemone and eats most meaty foods and frozen herbivore preparations.Reefsafe. Preferred Anemone hosts:Heteractis magnifica and Stichodactyla gigantea.


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	Orange Skunk Clownfish (Amphiprion sandaracinos) AKA Skunk-striped Anemonefish, does well with others if introduced to the tank at the same time. Prefers a 30 gallon or over tank. Reefsafe. Eats a variety of meaty food items such as frozen herbivore preparations and chopped shrimp. Preferred Anemone hosts:Stichodactyla mertensii or Heteractis crispa.


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	Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) AKA True Percula. Looks like the Ocellaris Clownfish but has more vivid colors. Not a good fish for a novice. Semi-aggressive but will tolerate most fish and is reefsafe. Preferred Anemone hosts:Heteractis magnifica or Stichodactyla mertensii.


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	Pink Skunk Clownfish (Amphiprion perideraion) This shy clown likes a tank at least 30 gallons and with many places to hide. Eats meaty food items such as chopped shrimp, and frozen herbivore preparations. Preferred Anemone hosts:Heteractus crispa, Heteractus magnifica, Macrodactyla doreensis, Stichtodactyla gigantean.


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	Saddle Brown Clownfish (Amphiprion polymnus) AKA Saddleback. Semi-aggressive and reefsafe, likes at least a 30 gallon tank with plenty of hiding places.This clown is an omnivore and likes to eat variety of foods. Preferred Anemone hosts: Heteractus crispa, Macrodactyla doreensis and Stichtodactyla hadoni.


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	Tomato Clownfish (Amphiprion frenatus) AKA Tomato Anemonefish. This hardy fish is reefsafe but doesn't get along with other clowns and is semi-aggressive. Prefers a tank 20 gallons and larger. They do great on all types of food. Preferred Anemone host:Entacmaea quadricolor.


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	Two Banded Clownfish (Amphiprion bicinctus) AKA Red Sea Anemonefish, is one of the most active of the clowns. reefsafe and enjoys at least a 30 gallon tank.Semi-aggressive, these fish should be introduced last to the aquarium.This clown is an omnivore and likes to eat variety of foods. Preferred Anemone hosts:Heteractis crispa, Heteractis magnifica, Entacmaea quadricolor, Heteractis aurora, and Stichodactyla gigantea.


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	Sebae Clownfish (Amphiprion sebae) AKA Seba's Anemonefish, is a very hardy clown which makes it a perfect choice for the novice. It enjoys a tank of at least 30 gallons. Eats meaty food items such as chopped shrimp and herbivore preparations. Preferred Anemone host: Entacmaea quadricolor & Heteractis malu. Eats a variety of meaty food items such as chopped shrimp and frozen herbivore preparations.


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	Yellowstripe Maroon Clownfish (Premnas biaculeatus), is a very hardy clown which makes it a perfect choice for the novice. Interestingly, they may spit sand at you to intimidate you. Reefsafe, this fish enjoys a tank of at least 30 gallons.Eats meaty food items such as chopped shrimp, and frozen herbivore preparations. Preferred Anemone host: Entacmaea quadricolor.


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