CLOWN FISH CLOWNFISH AND ANENOME COMPATIBILITY There is a definite closeness between clownfish and their host anenome. The anenome provides the protection for the clown, and in turn for this protection, the clown feeds and cleans the anenome. A true symbiotic relationship. But will any clown go into any anenome? Check out the chart and find out!

Tank Raised Australian Black Percula's Identification:Rarely seen anywhere in the aquarium trade we are busting with joy that we can offer you such a treat. These guys are one of the most beautiful clown fish we have ever been able to bring you. The Black and White Percula Clownfish is very distinctive with its jet-black body and three bluish-white bands on each side. A very good candidate for a reef aquarium, they are very hardy and are perfect for the novice or seasoned aquarist. Because they are tank raised, many varieties of tank raised clowns can be maintained together in the aquarium along with other varied tank members. Also known as the Black Perc, or Black Percula Clown Anemonefish, it is normally found in association with anemones on the reefs of the Coral Sea. It can be found individually, or more commonly, in pairs or small groups within the same anemone such as Heteractis magnifica or Stichodactyla mertensii. Tank Bred Black Percula's will grow to a maximum size of 3 inches in the aquarium, and may be kept singly or in groups. Tank bred Black Percula's are totally reef safe. Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy $49.99 Medium

Ocean Collected True Percula Clownfish Amphiprion percula Identification:The True Percula Clownfish originates from the reefs off New Guinea, and are hard find in the trade. They are a beautiful species of clownfish with the classic patterns of black, orange and white.This is a tremendously popular fish that guaranteed will not have the success rate of its Tank Raised Cousins. So, expect losses with True Perula Clowns. This attractive fish is more aggressive towards members of its own species than the similar Ocellaris Clown. Naturally occurs in Sebae, Magnificent and carpet anemones. Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate $39.99 Medium $49.99 Large

Tank Raised True Percula Clownfish Amphiprion percula Identification:Tank raised specimens generally fare better than wild collected specimens. his species is more aggressive towards members of its own kind than the similar Ocellaris Clown. Naturally occurs in Sebae, Magnificent and carpet anemones, all of which are difficult to keep. Does not require an anemone to do well in captivity. The True Percula Clown is much less frequently available as the similar Ocellaris Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy $29.99 Medium

Tank Raised Ocellaris Clownfish Amphiprion ocellaris Identification:The Ocellaris Clownfish, also called the False Percula Clownfish, is by far the most popular of the clownfish in the marine aquarium hobby. It is called the False Percula because it is easily confused with A. percula, a very similar species from the Indo-Pacific region. Very easy to keep in aquariums, this species adapts well and will accept a wide variety of aquarium foods. They are also known to be the least aggressive of the clownfish and will tolerate other members of the same species in their tank. This is the first marine aquarium fish to be successfully raised in captivity, and therefore helped lead the way in marine ornamental aquaculture. They prefer the carpet anemones as host species, usually H. magnifica, S. gigantea or S. mertensii. Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy $24.99 Medium

Gold Band Maroon Clownfish Premnas biaculeatus Identification:The Gold Band Maroon Clownfish is very similar to the Maroon Clown fish with the exception of its stripes, which are gold instead of white. Found in the area of Sumatra, these gold bands have 3 bright gold stripes. Far less aggressive than their relatives with white bands. As with most clownfish the Gold Maroon Clownfish is best kept singly unless a pair is introduced together. Generally, it is a great fish for the reef aquarium and spends much of its time nestled peacefully in its anemone. If you plan to keep other clownfish, it is best to do it in a larger aquarium of 100 gallons or more and provide each clownfish, or pair of clownfish, with their own anemone. That way each fish has a comfortable home and quarrels will be reduced. Adding all of the clownfish at the same time will also help to reduce territorial disputes. Note: The Gold Maroon Clownfish does not require a host anemone for survival; however it is a real treat for any hobbyist to observe the symbiotic relationship between the clownfish and its host anemone. The anemone provides a safe haven for the clownfish because its tentacles will inflict a painful sting on all but other clownfish. The clownfish, in return, chases off fish that threaten to pick at the anemone and brings it scraps of food. The Gold Maroon Clownfish adapts to almost all common sea anemones, but prefers the Bubbletip Anemone. Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy $29.99 Small $39.99 Medium $69.99 Large

Allardi Clownfish Amphiprion allardi Identification:A rarity in the aquarium trade, this beauty is collected only from East Africa. Allard's Clownfish can do great in captivity. Be sure to grab them fast when available, as they're never plentiful and rare clownfish fans grab them in an instant! This is a relatively bold species of clownfish and can be kept with moderately aggressive tankmates. Naturally occurs with the Bubble Anemone, Long Tentacle Anemone and Carpet Anemone. Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate $59.99 Medium $79.99 Large

Clarki Clownfish Amphiprion clarkii Identification:The Clarkii Clownfish is also known as the Clark's Anemonefish or Clark's Clownfish. It has a reddish-brown base color with white stripes and an orange forehead when full grown. The juvenile fish are yellowish orange in color with three white stripes on each side of the body. The anal fin is white with a yellow stripe on the top and bottom. Clarkii Clownfish is one of the hardiest clownfish for the home aquarium. A 20 gallon or larger aquarium containing an anemone of any type is desirable. It is semi-aggressive towards other clownfish and passive tank mates. Minimum tank size: 20 Gallon Feeding and diet: The Clarkii Clownfish diet consists of almost any meaty food items and herbivore preparations. Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Small $15.99 Medium $21.99 Large $39.99

Orange Skunk Clownfish Amphiprion sandaracinos Identification:The Orange Skunk Clownfish is one of five species of "skunk" clownfish. The Orange Skunk has a mid-dorsal white stripe, and no other head or body stripes. It is easily distinguished from the Pink Skunk Clown which has a head bar. They are deifficult to keep healthy in aquariums. They are highly sought by advanced aquarists because of their unique orange color, non-aggressiveness, and relative rareity in the trade.Host Anemones include the Purple Long Tentacle (H.crispa) and the carpet(S. mertensii).   Minimum tank size: 55 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Difficult **Advanced Aquarist Species, Small $19.99 Medium $24.99 Large $44.99

Tomato Clowns Amphiprion frenatus Identification:Another popular clown fish. May be housed with or without an anemone. Naturall home's are in Bubble Anemones (easy to keep) and Sebae Anemones (more difficult to keep). Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Small $13.99 Medium $17.99 Large $29.99

Black and Yellow Sebae Clownfish Amphiprion Sebae Description: From Sri Lanka, the Black and Yellow Sebae Clownfish, also known as Seba's Anemonefish, is black with wide white stripes and a yellow-orange head. The anal fin is yellow, and it has a white to yellow tail. Minimum tank size: 20 Gallon Feeding and diet: Will eat almost anything it is fed, but the diet should include meaty food items such as chopped shrimp and herbivore preparations. Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1"; Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"; Large: 2-1/4" to 4" Small $19.99 Medium $25.99 Large $44.99

Mated Pairs Black and Yellow Sebae Clownfish Amphiprion Sebae Availability: Very limited, please call before ordering. Description: From Sri Lanka, the Black and Yellow Sebae Clownfish, also known as Seba's Anemonefish, is black with wide white stripes and a yellow-orange head. The anal fin is yellow, and it has a white to yellow tail. Minimum tank size: 20 Gallon Feeding and diet: Will eat almost anything it is fed, but the diet should include meaty food items such as chopped shrimp and herbivore preparations. Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 3/4" to 1"; Medium: 1-1/4" to 2"; Large: 2-1/4" to 4" $159.99

Tank Raised Bicinctus Clownfish Amphiprion Bicinctus Description: Bright orange and gold bodied, with two vertical body bands, the first expanded above the head. Yellow tailed. Found in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Chagos Archipelago. Minimum tank size: 20 Gallon Feeding and diet: In an aquarium, it will readily accept most meaty foods and herbivore preparations. Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Small $19.99 Medium $27.99 Large $44.99

Tank Raised Maroon Clownfish Premnas biaculeatus Identification:This popular clownfish can be one of the hardiest and boldest clowns once adjusted to the aquarium. It is best suited to a bold community tank, as they are the most territorial clownfish. Naturally occurs with the Bubble Anemone, which is a very hardy an popular anemone, that is available in several varieties, including the Super Green Bubble Anemone, and the rare Rose Bubble Anemone. Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Easy Small $19.99 Medium $27.99 Large $44.99

Fire Clownfish ALSO KNOWN AS : RED SADDLE BACK CLOWN (Amphiprion ephippium) Identification:This beauty is bright reddish-orange overall, with a black saddle on the back. Younger specimens (shown) may have a white bar on the side of the head. While this can be a durable aquarium inhabitant, they ship poorly. This can be an aggressive fish that should not be kept with smaller, more passive tankmates. Naturally occurs in Bubbletip and Sebae Anemones. Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate Medium $27.99 ea. Large $44.99 ea.

Mated Pairs Gold Band Maroon Clownfish Identification:The Gold Band Maroon Clownfish originates from the Indonesian Bali Islands, and mated pairs are a hard find in the trade. They are a beautiful species of clownfish with the unusual feature of all 3 stripes appearing to be bright golden yellow. The female of the pair is the larger of the two fish, and will also be the aggressor of the two. This is an uncommon find, and will be a great addition to your reef aquarium. Mated pairs are best added along with an anemone. Gold Band Maroon's will form relationships with the following species of anemones; Carpet (Stichodactyla sp.), Sebae (Heteractis crispa), Bubble (Entacmaea quadricolor), or Ritteri (Heteractis magnifica). Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate **Advanced Aquarist Species, $149.99 for the pair - limited quantities...

Mated Pairs Australian Black Percula's Identification:The Australian Black Percula Clownfish originates from the Barrier reefs outside of Australia, and mated pairs are a hard find in the trade. They are a beautiful species of clownfish with the unusual black background. The female of the pair is the larger of the two fish, and will also be the aggressor of the two. This is an uncommon find, and will be a great addition to your reef aquarium. Mated pairs are best added along with an anemone. Black Perculas will form relationships with the following species of anemones; Carpet (Stichodactyla sp.), Sebae (Heteractis crispa), Bubble (Entacmaea quadricolor), or Ritteri (Heteractis magnifica). Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate **Advanced Aquarist Species, $179.99 for the pair - limited quantities.

Mated Pairs Ocellaris Clownfish Identification:The OcellarisClownfish originates from the reefs of Indonesia, and mated pairs are a hard find in the trade. They are a beautiful species of clownfish with the classic patterns of black, orange and white. The female of the pair is the larger of the two fish, and will also be the aggressor of the two. This is an uncommon find, and will be a great addition to your reef aquarium. Mated pairs are best added along with an anemone. True Perculas will form relationships with the following species of anemones; Carpet (Stichodactyla sp.), Sebae (Heteractis crispa), Bubble (Entacmaea quadricolor), or Ritteri (Heteractis magnifica). The True Percula Clownfish, like several other clowns, can be bred in the aquarium, and is one of the most common "starter" fish for saltwater breeders. They will typically spawn within the proximity of the base of the host anemone. Minimum tank size: 40 Gallon Feeding and diet: Omnivorous, feed varied diet that includes plant material Reef Compatibility: Excellent Reef Fish Level of Care: Moderate **Advanced Aquarist Species, $129.99 for the pair - limited quantities.

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