Pacific Anemonefish
Amphiprion pacificus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 4–10 m
- Max size: 4.8 cm
- For divers: safe
A Pacific anemonefish that lives among the tentacles of the magnificent anemone, unharmed by stings that drive off other fish, usually between 4 and 10 metres down. Pairs spawn on the bottom beside the host, the male guarding and fanning the sticky eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Amphiprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712752.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Anemonefish live?
- The Pacific Anemonefish (Amphiprion pacificus) is typically found at 4–10 m.
- Is the Pacific Anemonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Anemonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Anemonefish get?
- The Pacific Anemonefish grows to about 4.8 cm.