Finding Clownfish

Black Storm Clownfish Now Shipping From Sea & Reef Aquaculture

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It’s finally happening! After more than two years since its introduction Sea & Reef Aquaculture is ready to ship their sensational Black Storm Clownfish. Also known as ‘Super DaVinci’ and for a short minute the ‘Juggalo’ clownfish, Sea & Reef

Clownfish Breeding Behavior

This pair has been spawning every two weeks since mid Spring 2000. They lay their orange eggs on rocks near the base of the Xenia elongata soft coral colony (to the right of the eggs in these photos) that they use as a surrogate host in the absence of a host anemone. All spawnings that have been observed have been in late afternoon-early evening, and are preceeded earlier in the day by vigorous cleaning of the spawning site by both parents (the parents bite repeatedly at the rock to clean it).

Shortly before and during spawning, a small blunt-ended spawning tube (an ovipositor from which eggs will be released) protrudes slightly from the female's vent. In the male a similar but smaller tube appears for release of s***m. During spawning, the female first swims slowly over the spawning site with her ovipositor in contact with the rock, attaching her oval-shaped eggs to the rock as she does so. When she is done, the male releases s***m over the eggs as he makes a similar pass over the spawning site. The female then lays more eggs, and the male fertilizes them. They trade off like this for 1 to 3 hours until all eggs have been laid.

The photo below shows the male with the orange eggs about an hour after spawning was completed.

Scientific name: Premnas biaculeatus
Care Level: Moderate
Diet: Omnivore
Maximum body size: 6-6.3 inches
Temperament: Semi-aggressive and territorial
Recommended tank size: 40 gallon
The Maroon Clownfish is a well-liked member of the vast family of clownfish. These fish are easily distinguished by their maroon coloring and distinctive three-strip pattern (Gold or white). They may also be enormous, reaching lengths of 6 to 6.3 inches.

Much like the bulk of its fellow Clownfish relatives, the Maroon Clownfish are exceptionally resilient, making them an excellent choice for individuals who are just starting in the hobby or do not have enough time on their hands.

The only thing you need to be wary of is the fact that they have a tendency toward hostility. They are capable of developing a strong sense of territoriality and may even bully members of other clownfish species.

Clownfish Care: Facts, Types, Feeding, Breeding, and Lifespan

General information
Clownfish, or Amphiprion, are a genus of marine fish from the family Pomacentridae. Like most saltwater fish, clownfish have a bright, memorable appearance. These fish have a rich orange or red color and characteristic white stripes on the body.

Amphiprion’s exciting feature is its symbiosis (mutually beneficial cohabitation of two organisms) with various types of anemones. These coelenterates have stinging cell tentacles that can cause severe burns or even kill small animals. However, clownfish use the tentacles of sea anemones as a natural refuge. You may ask – why does the venom of anemones not work on these saltwater fish?

And the answer is pretty simple. In the process of evolution, Amphiprion has adapted to secrete special protective mucus, which makes the fish insensitive to the venom of anemones. Before settling in their new “home,” clownfish carefully allow being stung, and the fish’s body produces the necessary mucus in response to this irritation.

Thus, Amphiprion is reliably protected from attacks by other species. At the first sign of danger, these saltwater fish hide among the tentacles of anemones, and it will be a challenging time for anyone who tries to follow them. For this reason, clownfish rarely swim far from their “home.”

ThThese fish provide significant benefits to coelenterates, too, clearing their tentacles of food debris and ventilating the water between them, as well as luring other fish with their bright color. [3]

Amphiprion Ocellaris are highly territorial. If there are not enough anemones in the surroundings, there will be a bloody struggle between the fish for “a place in the sun.” Researchers believe that the bright color of fish appeared precisely to warn their relatives that the place is occupied.

The next feature of the clownfish is that all fry are born as males. Only under suitable conditions, for example, when the leading female in the school dies, one of the males becomes a female. In nature, these saltwater fish live in schools headed by a pair of the most significant individuals, and the other group members stop growing and are always smaller than the main couple.

Is a clownfish easy to take care of?
Clownfish are an absolute joy to keep, not just for the sake of kids who have an absolute fascination with these wondrous species due to the evolution of Clownfish through pop culture, but also for amateur aquarists fascinated with having their very own Nemo in their own home. However, before turning a child’s enthusiasm into a lasting hobby, understanding the requirements of having your very own Nemo is absolutely paramount.