Amphiprion melanopus

Clownfishes

Fire clownfish
Schwarzflossen-Anemonenfisch
Poisson-clown bistré
Payaso canela
Pesce pagliaccio rosso e nero

Distribution

The tropical Pacific

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 1 and 18 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 12 cm
Maximum age known : 5 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
Diet : Zooplankton - Algae
The animal can show variable colouring
The animal is a protandrous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!