Saltwater Aquarium Guide -- Clownfish

Clownfish:

Clownfish belong to the Pomacentridae family and the Amphiprioninae subfamily. Clownfish are very hardy and among the most common fish associated with marine aquariums. Clownfish are similar to Damselfish and both of these fish are classified in the same family. Clownfish are most abundant throughout shallow waters in the Indo-Pacific region, and are almost always associated with sea anemones. Clownfish can live safely within the stinging tentacles of a sea anemone, where they receive protection from predators and other territorial fish. Most Clownfish are brightly colored with white stripes on the head or side of the body. The average size of Clownfish in an aquarium is around three inches, and in the wild they can be over seven inches. Depending on the age of the fish, Clownfish are found in either groups or mated pairs.

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