Red saddle clownfish
Amphiprion ephippium
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Amphiprion ephippium has a bright orange body with a large red or brown patch on the back, saddle-shaped. A vertical white band behind the eye. Fins are orange. It reaches 10 cm. It is a territorial fish but less aggressive than other clownfish. It lives in symbiosis with anemones (Stichodactyla, Heteractis). It is omnivorous and easy to feed. Captive breeding is possible.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.02–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank80 L
Min. group2
Adult size10 cm
Lifespan7 ans
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Care notes
Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Minimum tank size 80 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 parameter fluctuations.