Where Does Ocellaris Clownfish Live?

Ocellaris Clownfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Ocellaris Clownfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, from 1 to 15 meters (3 to 50 feet), but can occasionally be found deeper.

Environment

Coral reefs and sheltered lagoons, always in association with host anemones. Preferred anemone species include Heteractis magnifica, Stichodactyla gigantea, and Stichodactyla mertensii.

Geographic range

Indo-Pacific region, specifically from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, throughout Southeast Asia, to northern Australia, and as far north as the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. Its range overlaps significantly with Amphiprion percula.

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