Spinecheek Anemonefish
Amphiprion biaculeatus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 1–16 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Unlike most anemonefish this one carries a spine on its cheek, and its females tower over the much smaller males. The spinecheek anemonefish keeps to protected coastal reefs and lagoons in pairs, feeding on zooplankton and algae while the male guards the eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1605249.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spinecheek Anemonefish live?
- The Spinecheek Anemonefish (Amphiprion biaculeatus) is typically found at 1–16 m.
- Is the Spinecheek Anemonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Spinecheek Anemonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spinecheek Anemonefish get?
- The Spinecheek Anemonefish grows to about 17 cm.