Orangefin Anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus)
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Orangefin Anemonefish
Amphiprion chrysopterus
132 Litres (35 US G.)
15-17 cm (5.9-6.7")
8.2 - 8.5
23.9-25.6°C (75 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Pomacentridae
This animal is available captive bred
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Additional names
- Orangefin Anemonefish, Orange-Finned Clownfish, Bluestripe Clownfish, Two-Banded Anemonefish
Tank compatibility[edit]
- This clownfish is typically aggressive towards other Clownfish in a tank. Due to this face the fish should not be housed in a tank less then 114 Litres (30 US G.) or with another Clownfish.
Environment specifics[edit]
- A host anemone is not required however Entacmaea quadricolor, Heteractis crispa, or a bulb anemone will help the fish to acclimate.[1]
Behaviour[edit]
- Aggressive towards other Clownfish.
Identification[edit]
- This fish has a reddish brown base colour with two light blue stripes running vertical down its body. One strip is typically behind its eye and the other down the middle of its body. Additionally the tail typically looks light blue.
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Pictures[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ Orange-Finned Clownfish Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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