Clownfish and Similar Species
Amphiprioninae
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Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
Key differences: Typically has three white bands, with the middle band often having a slight indentation towards the head. The black outline on the white bands is usually thinner than in A. percula. Max size around 11 cm.
Percula Clownfish
Amphiprion percula
Key differences: Also has three white bands, but the black outline around these bands is typically thicker and more prominent than in A. ocellaris. The middle band is usually more uniform. Max size around 11 cm.
Tomato Clownfish
Amphiprion frenatus
Key differences: Characterized by a reddish-orange body and a single white head bar, which may be outlined in black. Lacks additional body bands. Max size around 14 cm.
Maroon Clownfish
Premnas biaculeatus
Key differences: Distinguished by its deep maroon to reddish-brown body color and typically three narrow, bright white or yellow bands. Possesses a prominent spine below each eye, which is unique among clownfish. Max size around 17 cm.
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