Black Photon Clownfish

About the Black Photon Clownfish

The Black Photon Clownfish is a breathtaking designer clownfish variety featuring deep black coloration with brilliant white bars and striking orange accents. This captive-bred premium morph combines the classic clownfish body shape with dramatic, high-contrast coloration that creates a stunning focal point in any reef aquarium. Each Black Photon displays unique pattern variations, making your fish truly one-of-a-kind.

Why Reef Keepers Love This Fish

• Designer Genetics: Premium captive-bred morph with striking black, white, and orange coloration
• Unique Appearance: Deep black body creates dramatic contrast with white bars and orange highlights
• Captive-Bred Hardiness: Tank-raised for superior health, disease resistance, and adaptability
• Beginner-Friendly: Retains the hardy, forgiving nature of standard clownfish despite premium genetics
• Reef-Safe: Completely safe with all corals, invertebrates, and peaceful tank mates
• Anemone Host: Will pair with Bubble Tip, Sebae, or Magnificent anemones (though hosting is optional)
• Proven Genetics: Stable color morph that maintains its striking appearance throughout life

Care Requirements

Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (territorial with other clownfish)
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Diet: Omnivore—readily accepts pellets, flakes, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and spirulina
Max Size: 3-4 inches

Ideal Water Parameters

Temperature: 72-78°F
pH: 8.1-8.4
Salinity: 1.023-1.025 SG
Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: <20 ppm

Designer Clownfish Care

Black Photon Clownfish are captive-bred using selective breeding programs to achieve their stunning coloration. Despite their premium appearance, they maintain the same hardy, beginner-friendly care requirements as standard clownfish varieties. They adapt quickly to aquarium life, accept prepared foods readily, and are forgiving of minor water parameter fluctuations.

These fish can be kept in pairs when introduced simultaneously, and they may establish territories around rock formations or host anemones. Their dark coloration creates a beautiful contrast against colorful corals and lighter-colored tank mates, making them stand out in mixed reef displays.

What to Expect

Your Black Photon Clownfish will arrive healthy and acclimated to captive life. The deep black coloration intensifies under quality reef lighting, and the white bars and orange accents become even more vibrant as the fish matures and settles into your aquarium. These premium clownfish are excellent additions to reef tanks of all experience levels, combining stunning designer genetics with proven hardiness and ease of care.