Asia and Australia including Northwest Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Ryukyu Islands of Japan
Size: Up to 8 centimeters
Meet the Clown Anemonefish—the tiny reef celebrity with big personality and even bigger style. Dressed in bold orange with crisp white stripes, this little swimmer looks like it’s always ready for a photo shoot. And honestly? It kind of is. Whether it’s darting through coral or peeking out from its anemone home, the clown anemonefish knows how to steal the spotlight.
But the real magic happens in its partnership with sea anemones. To most fish, those tentacles scream “DO NOT TOUCH.” To the clownfish? They’re basically a cozy, private condo. Thanks to a special protective mucus (glamorous, we know), the clown anemonefish can snuggle right in while enjoying free room and board. In exchange, it keeps the anemone tidy and scares off unwanted visitors. It’s the ultimate underwater roommate situation.
So if you’re looking for a splash of fun, flair, and ocean charm, the clown anemonefish is your perfect underwater icon. Go to our Tropics gallery to move in and meet nature’s most entertaining little performer!
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The Tropics gallery showcases coral reefs, mangrove forests, rivers and lakes near the equator. Some of this gallery’s highlights include colourful tropical fishes, stingrays, and blacktip reef sharks.
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