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Amphiprion ocellaris

Amphiprion ocellaris

The clownfish is a bright orange fish with white stripes. They live in warm ocean waters and are known for their playful nature and special relationship with sea anemones.

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Amphiprion ocellaris has a vibrant orange body adorned with three distinct, vertical white bands, each outlined in thin black. Its rounded fins and slightly stocky build give it a recognizable profile, differing from similar species by its black-edged stripes.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassActinopterygiiOrderPerciformesFamilyPomacentridaeGenusAmphiprion
Amphiprion ocellaris
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Amphiprion ocellaris

Category

Fish

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Clownfish are very territorial, fiercely defending their anemone home from intruders!

Clownfish perform a unique 'shimmy dance' when they first meet their anemone host.

Each individual clownfish has unique stripe patterns, almost like a special fingerprint.

They lay their eggs on flat rocks right next to their anemone, guarding them until they hatch.

Special abilities

Ability

Sting-Proof Home

Amphiprion ocellaris can safely live among stinging anemone tentacles because of a special mucus coating that protects them from stings.

Ability

Gender Changer

Amphiprion ocellaris has the ability to change its gender from male to female that helps them maintain a stable breeding pair.

Ability

Chatty Clown

Amphiprion ocellaris can make clicking and popping sounds because of their jaw movements that helps them communicate warnings.

Measurements & details

Length
7-11 cm
Weight
0.01-0.1 kg
Lifespan
6-10 years
Swim Speed
1.5 km/h
Maximum Depth
15 m
Water Type
Saltwater

Diet & Feeding

They nibble on tiny algae and bits of food left by their anemone host, making them omnivores.

Primary Foods

  • Zooplankton
  • Algae
  • Copepods
  • Anemone leftovers

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

symbiotic with

Giant carpet anemone

Stichodactyla gigantea

receives shelter and protection

symbiotic with

Magnificent sea anemone

Heteractis magnifica

receives shelter and food scraps

eaten by

Orange-spotted grouper

Epinephelus coioides

predatory reef fish

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch the ocean waves and stay close to a grown-up when exploring the beach.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Amphiprion ocellaris?

7-11 cm

How much does Amphiprion ocellaris weigh?

0.01-0.1 kg

How long does Amphiprion ocellaris live?

6-10 years

What does Amphiprion ocellaris eat?

They nibble on tiny algae and bits of food left by their anemone host, making them omnivores.

How fast can Amphiprion ocellaris swim?

1.5 km/h

Where is Amphiprion ocellaris usually found?

Coastal areas

How does Amphiprion ocellaris hunt?

Foraging

How deep can Amphiprion ocellaris go?

15 m

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