Domino Clownfish

About the Domino Clownfish

The Domino Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris var.) is a striking captive-bred variant featuring bold black coloration with three distinctive white bars—one behind the head, one mid-body, and one near the tail. This hardy, beginner-friendly clownfish brings dramatic contrast to any reef aquarium while maintaining the peaceful temperament clownfish are known for.

Why Reef Keepers Love This Fish

• Captive-Bred Hardiness: Adapts quickly to aquarium life and accepts a wide variety of foods
• Beginner-Friendly: Tolerates a range of water parameters and is disease-resistant
• Reef-Safe: Won't harm corals, invertebrates, or other peaceful tank mates
• Anemone Host: May pair with Bubble Tip, Sebae, or Magnificent anemones (though not required)
• Active Personality: Displays entertaining behaviors and establishes territory in the aquarium

Care Requirements

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

What to Expect

Your Domino Clownfish will arrive healthy and acclimated to captive life. These fish are social and may be kept in pairs or small groups if introduced simultaneously. They're excellent additions to mixed reef tanks and will often establish a favorite corner or host anemone as their territory.