Mauritian Anemonefish
Amphiprion chrysogaster
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 2 to 40 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Found only around Mauritius and nearby islands, this anemonefish lives in lagoons and outer reefs sheltered within a host anemone. A pair stays together to breed, and the male guards the eggs stuck to the reef below the anemone.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212777.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mauritian Anemonefish live?
- The Mauritian Anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysogaster) is typically found at 2 to 40 m.
- Is the Mauritian Anemonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Mauritian Anemonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mauritian Anemonefish get?
- The Mauritian Anemonefish grows to about 15 cm.