Maine mocha

Maine Mocha Clownfish - Premium Designer Lineage

The Maine Mocha Clownfish is an exceptional designer variant that combines the prestigious Maine Blizzard lineage with rich Mochaccino coloration. This premium morph showcases warm brown to chocolate tones paired with extensive white coverage and unique pattern characteristics inherited from the Maine bloodline. The result is a sophisticated, high-quality clownfish that represents some of the finest genetics available in designer clownfish breeding.

Key Features:

• Premium Maine Lineage: Descended from the highly sought-after Maine Blizzard breeding line
• Rich Mocha Coloration: Warm brown to chocolate base color instead of traditional orange
• Enhanced White Coverage: Maine genetics often produce more extensive white patterning
• Superior Genetics: Bred from premium bloodlines known for quality and consistency
• Hardy & Adaptable: Captive-bred for superior health and easy acclimation to aquarium life
• Beginner Friendly: As easy to care for as standard clownfish despite premium genetics

Care Requirements:

Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons
Diet: Omnivore - readily accepts pellets, flakes, frozen mysis shrimp, and brine shrimp
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (may be territorial with other clownfish)
Reef Compatibility: Excellent - will not harm corals or invertebrates
Experience Level: Beginner to Advanced - suitable for all skill levels
Adult Size: 3-4 inches maximum

What Makes Maine Mocha Special:

The Maine Mocha Clownfish represents a fusion of two highly desirable traits:

Maine Lineage: The "Maine" designation refers to clownfish descended from the Maine Blizzard breeding program, which is renowned for producing high-quality designer clownfish with exceptional white coverage, clean patterns, and superior genetics. Maine-lineage fish are highly sought after by collectors and breeders for their consistent quality and impressive appearance.

Mocha Coloration: Instead of traditional orange, the Mocha trait produces warm brown to chocolate coloration, creating an earthy, sophisticated aesthetic that stands out from standard clownfish.

Together, these genetics create a premium clownfish with rich brown tones, enhanced white coverage, and the quality characteristics that Maine-lineage fish are known for.

Coloration & Appearance:

The Maine Mocha Clownfish displays beautiful and sophisticated coloration:

• Base color ranges from warm brown to rich chocolate
• Enhanced white coverage typical of Maine lineage genetics
• Clean, well-defined white bands with dark outlines
• Pattern quality and coverage often exceed standard Mochaccino variants
• Some individuals may show extensive white coverage approaching blizzard-level patterns
• Well-fed specimens display the richest brown tones and brightest white patterns

Maine Lineage Quality:

Fish from the Maine breeding line are recognized throughout the hobby for their superior quality. Maine-lineage clownfish typically display:

• More extensive and cleaner white patterning
• Better overall body conformation and health
• More consistent pattern expression across offspring
• Enhanced vigor and disease resistance
• Premium genetics valued by both hobbyists and breeders

The Maine Mocha inherits these quality characteristics while adding the unique appeal of brown coloration.

Behavior & Personality:

Maine Mocha Clownfish retain all the charming behaviors and hardy nature of standard clownfish. They're active, interactive, and may establish territories around rock formations or host anemones (Bubble Tip Anemones are a favorite, though hosting is not required). They can be kept as pairs or single specimens and are generally peaceful with other species, though they may show aggression toward other clownfish in smaller tanks.

Anemone Hosting:

Like other clownfish, Maine Mochas may form symbiotic relationships with host anemones including:

• Bubble Tip Anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) - most popular choice
• Magnificent Anemone (Heteractis magnifica)
• Carpet Anemones (Stichodactyla species)

However, anemones are not required for the clownfish's health or happiness. Many Maine Mochas will adopt substitute hosts like leather corals, torch corals, or even powerheads if no anemone is present.

Feeding:

Maine Mocha Clownfish are easy to feed and readily accept a variety of foods. Offer high-quality pellets, flakes, frozen mysis shrimp, and brine shrimp 1-2 times daily. A varied diet maintains their rich brown coloration and bright white patterns while supporting optimal health. Foods with natural color enhancers (like spirulina and astaxanthin) help maintain the depth and contrast of their coloration.

Pairing & Breeding:

Maine Mocha Clownfish can be kept in pairs and may breed in captivity. Like all clownfish, they're protandrous hermaphrodites—all fish start as males, and the dominant fish in a pair will become female. If you're interested in breeding, purchase two fish of different sizes and allow them to naturally pair up. The larger fish will become the female. Maine-lineage fish are particularly valued by breeders for their superior genetics and consistent offspring quality.

Compatibility:

Maine Mocha Clownfish are generally peaceful with most tank mates including:

• Gobies, blennies, dartfish, and other peaceful community fish
• Tangs, wrasses, and other semi-aggressive species
• All types of corals and most invertebrates
• Shrimp, crabs, and snails

They may show aggression toward other clownfish species, especially in tanks under 40 gallons. If keeping multiple clownfish species, provide plenty of space and visual barriers.

Tank Setup:

Provide live rock with caves and overhangs where the clownfish can establish territory. They appreciate having a "home base" whether it's an anemone, coral, or rock formation. Moderate water flow is ideal, and they adapt well to various lighting conditions. The Maine Mocha's brown and white coloration looks particularly striking under mixed lighting that highlights both color tones.

Premium Genetics:

The Maine Mocha represents premium genetics from a respected breeding lineage. The Maine bloodline is known for producing high-quality designer clownfish, and combining it with Mocha coloration creates a fish that's both beautiful and genetically superior. This makes Maine Mochas particularly appealing to collectors and breeders who appreciate quality genetics and consistent results.

Captive-Bred Advantage:

All our Maine Mocha Clownfish are captive-bred from premium bloodlines, ensuring superior health, disease resistance, and adaptability to aquarium conditions. Captive breeding also protects wild reef populations while providing you with a hardier, more resilient fish that's already acclimated to prepared foods and aquarium life.

Our Maine Mocha Clownfish are carefully selected from quality breeding stock, quarantined, and eating well before shipment. Each fish is backed by our live arrival guarantee, ensuring your premium designer clownfish arrives healthy and ready to bring its sophisticated Maine-lineage beauty to your reef aquarium.