Tomato Clownfish
Amphiprion frenatus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 1–12 m
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This clownfish lives among the tentacles of the bubble tip anemone, sheltered from stings that drive off other fish. It begins life male and can change sex to female; a monogamous pair guards eggs stuck to the reef, the male fanning them until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278394.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tomato Clownfish live?
- The Tomato Clownfish (Amphiprion frenatus) is typically found at 1–12 m.
- Is the Tomato Clownfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tomato Clownfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tomato Clownfish get?
- The Tomato Clownfish grows to about 14 cm.