Description
The black Amphiprion ocellaris, also known as the black storm or Darwin ocellaris clownfish, is a striking variation of the common clownfish. These clownfish are naturally jet-black with white stripes, a stark contrast to the typical orange and white coloring. They are a captive-bred variant, meaning they do not naturally exist in the wild in their black form.
Key features of the black Amphiprion ocellaris:
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Appearance:
Jet-black body with three distinct white stripes on each side. They may have a splash of orange on their face, especially when young, which disappears as they mature.
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Size:
Reaches a maximum size of around 8 cm (3 inches).
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Behavior:
They are known for their symbiotic relationship with anemones, providing shelter and protection for the clownfish and cleaning the anemone. They are also territorial over their anemone home.
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Care:
They have the same care requirements as standard ocellaris clownfish. They need a well-established reef aquarium with a suitable host anemone, like the Bubble Tip anemone.
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Diet:
They are omnivores and readily accept frozen, live, pellet, and flake foods.
