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Clown anemonefish

Amphiprion percula

Clown anemonefish are colorful fish that live in warm ocean waters. They have bright orange bodies with black stripes and love to hide in sea anemones for safety.

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Clown anemonefish is a vibrant orange fish with three distinct white bands edged in black, one behind the eye, one in the middle, and one near the tail fin. Its bright colors make it easily recognizable among the corals, differing from other fish by its bold stripes and rounder body shape.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassActinopterygiiOrderPerciformesFamilyPomacentridaeGenusAmphiprion
Clown anemonefish
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Clown anemonefish

Category

Fish

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Clown anemonefish make clicking sounds to talk to each other!

Clownfish eggs are often laid on a flat rock right under their anemone!

These fish nibble on algae, keeping their anemone home clean!

They are amazing parents, guarding their eggs until they hatch!

Special abilities

Ability

Sting-Proof Shield

Clown anemonefish can live safely inside stinging anemones because they have a special slime coat that protects them from the anemone's venom.

Ability

Gender Bender

Clown anemonefish can change their gender from male to female if the dominant female in their group disappears, ensuring the colony's survival.

Ability

Home Security

Clown anemonefish has a symbiotic relationship with sea anemones that helps them find shelter and protection from predators.

Measurements & details

Length
8-11 cm
Weight
0.005-0.015 kg
Lifespan
6-10 years
Swim Speed
3 km/h
Maximum Depth
25 m
Water Type
Saltwater

Diet & Feeding

Clown anemonefish eat small invertebrates, algae, and leftovers from their anemone host.

Primary Foods

  • copepods
  • amphipods
  • algae
  • dead anemone tentacles
  • fish eggs
  • larvae

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

symbiotic with

Magnificent Sea Anemone

Heteractis magnifica

Gains shelter and protection from predators.

symbiotic with

Giant Carpet Anemone

Stichodactyla gigantea

They live safely within its stinging tentacles.

eaten by

Giant Moray Eel

Gymnothorax javanicus

Can be preyed upon if they stray from their anemone.

eaten by

Giant Trevally

Caranx ignobilis

Large reef fish can hunt them near the anemone.

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Never touch fish in the ocean; they are best admired from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Clown anemonefish?

8-11 cm

How much does Clown anemonefish weigh?

0.005-0.015 kg

How long does Clown anemonefish live?

6-10 years

What does Clown anemonefish eat?

Clown anemonefish eat small invertebrates, algae, and leftovers from their anemone host.

How fast can Clown anemonefish swim?

3 km/h

Where is Clown anemonefish usually found?

Coastal areas

How does Clown anemonefish hunt?

Foraging

How deep can Clown anemonefish go?

25 m

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