Barrier Reef Anemonefish
NameBarrier Reef Anemonefish
Scientific NameAmphiprion akindynos
Common NamesBarrier Reef Anemonefish, Barrier Reef Clownfish
FamilyPomacentridae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Blennies, Dottybacks, Tangs, Damsels (non-aggressive), Hawkfish
Description
The Barrier Reef Anemonefish is a hardy and attractive clownfish species native to the Western Pacific. It features a reddish-brown body with two distinct white vertical bars. Like other clownfish, it forms a symbiotic relationship with certain anemone species.
