Saddleback Clownfish
Amphiprion polymnus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 2 to 30 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The saddleback clownfish settles into silty lagoons and harbours, sheltering in a host anemone. Every individual starts life male and the dominant one becomes female, a pair staying together to lay and guard eggs the male fans and protects.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212781.
FAQ
- How deep does the Saddleback Clownfish live?
- The Saddleback Clownfish (Amphiprion polymnus) is typically found at 2 to 30 m.
- Is the Saddleback Clownfish dangerous to divers?
- The Saddleback Clownfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Saddleback Clownfish get?
- The Saddleback Clownfish grows to about 13 cm.