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Suggested Tank
20+ gallons
Max Size
3.5 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Ocellaris Clownfish, also known as the False Percula Clownfish or Common Clownfish, is a popular saltwater fish species especially known for its starring role in the movie "Finding Nemo". They are orange with three white bands and are known for their symbiotic relationship with sea anemones.
Reef Safe
Yes, Ocellaris Clownfish are considered reef safe and are often kept in reef aquariums.
Environment
Ocellaris Clownfish need a tank with plenty of hiding spots and an anemone or similar feature to establish as their home. They prefer a tank with stable conditions and do not tolerate rapid changes in water parameters well.
Behavior
Ocellaris Clownfish are known for their interesting behaviors, including their symbiotic relationship with sea anemones. They are also relatively peaceful, but may become territorial and aggressive if their tank is too small or overcrowded.
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Owner Reviews

Seppe
@Tres_Puntos
Kaitlin
@kaitclark
I can’t say my clowns are the nicest fish in the tank… but they have so much personality and are super fun. I’ll always have a pair of clowns in any tank I own.
Brian
@Usarmy227
This is the lost basic and easy fish to take are of! Not to mention there are so many variations to pick from!
Tap
@tap
Simple easy and the best beginner fish you could ask for reason why these are a staple of the hobby
Nick Jackson
@niickjackson
You can’t go wrong with a pair of clownfish! I think they’re beautiful and are the perfect starter fish. 🐠
Meg
@Meg373
They’re a pain, they love to make you think they’re sick or that something’s wrong so you feed them. The most dramatic fish I’ve ever owned. 10/10 would buy again

dffssdf
@SassyTurtle12
Classic fish. I do not have an anemone, so my pair of misbar clowns are always busily swimming around together in the upper water column. They are like the goldfish of the sea; cute, dumb, and happy. Pros: active, colorful, easy to keep Cons: some can be aggressive with age Availability: can buy them anywhere
Bradpurcell
@purceyb
Don’t leave your fingers in tank too long! 😂 Easy to care for, love watching them swimming around. I enjoy watching them and they’re always first to the dinner table..
Alessandro
@ASVAquatics
They are very easy only thing is if they find there spot they won’t tend to move away from it. If so get an anemone in the future.

MassReef
@MassReef
Must have for any salt water tank. If you don’t have one what are you even doing.
JDH Aquatics
@JDHAquatics
These fish are pretty much indestructible and are always out swimming about. I love them!
Max B.
@MaxB.
They can be a bit territorial so add in the more shy fish before them, they are curious fish with a lot of personality and will watch you and come up to you to check you out through the glass. They’re also bulletproof, I had my heater break for a night and the temp dip to 68 while I was away and they’re fine, they eat almost anything and they survived flukes. Great fish to keep!

Nigel
@Nigel473
Enjoyable fish to own, first saltwater tank and fish for me. Have a fun personality, have a pair of them who can be playful but also assert dominance against each other occasionally (normal behaviour). Would have them again great fish.

Hudsonvalleyreefing
@Hudsonvalleyreefing

Maurice
@Maurice
Active fish with a lot of personality. If kept together they should be paired. Buying them as juveniles will get them paired.
Cooper O’Dell
@Cjodell8
Very great starter fish I personally had these for a long time and did my live start with these. Very hardy and for the most part very friendly fish
Dave
@milld119
Do you really have a saltwater tank if you don’t have a Nemo…? This fish is always visible and very hardy (thank goodness). Mine gets along with all other tank mates. Anemone are great with clowns but seeing how most clown fish now are farm raised, they’ve never seen a nem, but that doesn’t mean they wouldn’t benefit from one in the tank once your tank is established enough.

Qwarex
@Qwarex
Come on, you need to have at least one

Zachary
@SnazzyUrchin792
A classic. But sometimes a bit boring

Justin Ackerman
@fishboyjustin
Love my clowns
Brittany
@Brittany24950
One of my favorites. Simple but adds a pop of color. My two are super peaceful and docile even towards me, which can be unheard of for clowns!

Christian
@Christian27484
Great active fish. Acts like a little puppy, he follows my finger all around the tank. Tank size: 60 breeder
For Sale
Price History
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Captive-Bred Mocha Misbar Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 20.00 | Live Aquaria | Apr 1, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Mocha Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 28.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 31, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 25.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 27, 2025 | View |
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Proaquatix Captive-Bred Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 20.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 26, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Misbar Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 40.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 26, 2025 | View |
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Orange Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 25.00 | The Biota Group | Mar 25, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 30.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 24, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 24.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 23, 2025 | View |
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Tangerine Albino Snowflake Ocellaris Clownfish - Amphiprion ocellaris
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$ 100.00 | Aqua SD | Mar 22, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Mocha Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 35.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 22, 2025 | View |
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Ocellaris Clownfish (WILD)
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Mar 19, 2025 | View |
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Proaquatix Captive-Bred Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 20.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 18, 2025 | View |
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Captive-Bred Misbar Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 40.00 | Live Aquaria | Mar 18, 2025 | View |
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Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 50.00 | Fragbox Corals | Mar 17, 2025 | View |
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Mocha Ocellaris Clownfish
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$ 60.00 | Fragbox Corals | Mar 17, 2025 | View |
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Snowflake Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 28.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 10, 2025 | View |
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Darwin Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 28.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 10, 2025 | View |
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Black Ice Grade A Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - Bali Aquarich - Indonesia
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$ 107.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 9, 2025 | View |
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Mocha Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 125.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 7, 2025 | View |
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Snow Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 119.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 7, 2025 | View |
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Premium Snowflake Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 34.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 6, 2025 | View |
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Misbar Darwin Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 22.00 | World Wide Coral | Mar 2, 2025 | View |
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Misbar Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 12.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 24, 2025 | View |
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Orange Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 198.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 7, 2025 | View |
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Black Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 204.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 7, 2025 | View |
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Snow Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 60.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 7, 2025 | View |
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Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 14.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 6, 2025 | View |
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Black Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 220.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 4, 2025 | View |
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Snowflake Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 28.00 | World Wide Coral | Feb 1, 2025 | View |
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Darwin Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 28.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 31, 2025 | View |
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Snow Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 132.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 31, 2025 | View |
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Misbar Darwin Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 22.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 29, 2025 | View |
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Mocha Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 125.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 21, 2025 | View |
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Frostbite Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 138.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 17, 2025 | View |
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Mocha Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 166.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 17, 2025 | View |
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Premium Snowflake Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 34.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 14, 2025 | View |
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Misbar Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 12.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 14, 2025 | View |
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Snow Storm Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 132.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 11, 2025 | View |
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Black Ice Grade A Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - Bali Aquarich - Indonesia
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$ 107.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 8, 2025 | View |
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Ocellaris Clownfish - Aquacultured - USA
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$ 14.00 | World Wide Coral | Jan 5, 2025 | View |
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Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris