Orangefin Anemonefish
Amphiprion chrysopterus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An anemonefish that lives among the stinging tentacles of host anemones on passages and outer reef slopes, unharmed where other fish are driven off. The male guards and fans the demersal eggs, and the adult reaches about seventeen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278393.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orangefin Anemonefish live?
- The Orangefin Anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Orangefin Anemonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Orangefin Anemonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Orangefin Anemonefish get?
- The Orangefin Anemonefish grows to about 17 cm.