Sebae clownfish

Amphiprion sebae

Familia : Pomacentridae

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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.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Bioma
Bassin méditerranéen et mer Rouge.

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

Coral reefs, often associated with anemones

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
Salinidad1.021.025
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Calcio
≥ 400 ppm
Magnesio
≥ 1200 ppm
Luz
Media
Corriente
Media

Cuidado

Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
2
Tamaño adulto
12 cm
Esperanza de vida
8 años
Temperamento
Semiagresivo
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

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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