Sebae clownfish

Amphiprion sebae

Family : Pomacentridae

FishMarineclownfish

The Sebae clownfish is a medium-sized clownfish, characterized by its bright yellow tail and white band behind the eye. It is appreciated in reef aquariums for its hardiness and symbiosis with anemones.

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Popularity
Beginner marine fish
reef-compatible
Availability
Common in shops
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Biotope
Mediterranean
Bassin méditerranéen et mer Rouge.

Description

Amphiprion sebae has a bright orange body with a vertical white band behind the eye and a yellow tail. Fins are orange. It can reach 12 cm. It is a territorial fish that lives in symbiosis with anemones (Stichodactyla, Heteractis). It is hardier than other clownfish. In aquariums, it can be kept without anemone. It is omnivorous and accepts a wide variety of foods. Captive breeding is common.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, often associated with anemones

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
Salinity1.021.025
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Calcium
≥ 400 ppm
Magnesium
≥ 1200 ppm
Light
Medium
Flow
Medium

Care

Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Omnivore
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
2
Adult size
12 cm
Lifespan
8 years
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Propagation

Care notes

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Minimum tank size 100 liters. Diet omnivorous: flakes, pellets, brine shrimp, mysis. Compatibility: can coexist with other peaceful fish, but territorial towards other clownfish. Ideal in pair. Needs hiding spots. Can be kept in reef. Good filtration required. Sensitive to salinity fluctuations.

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