What size tank does a Saddleback Clownfish need?

A Saddleback Clownfish needs a minimum tank size of 30 gallons. A 55-gallon tank or larger is recommended for optimal health.

What fish can live with Saddleback Clownfish?

Compatible tank mates for Saddleback Clownfish include: . Always ensure adequate tank size and proper water parameters.

Saddleback Clownfish

Q: Is Saddleback Clownfish easy to care for?

Saddleback Clownfish has a moderate care level. Prefers a host anemone, especially carpet anemones. Moderately aggressive. Less commonly available than other clowns.

Amphiprion polymnus

Also known as: Saddleback Anemonefish

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🍽️ Omnivore Reef Safe

Dark brown to black body with a distinctive white saddle marking on the mid-body and a white head bar.

Tank Size

30 gal

minimum (55+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F

23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4

water acidity

Max Size

12.7 cm

Lifespan

10+ years

typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle

preferred zone

Care Notes

Prefers a host anemone, especially carpet anemones. Moderately aggressive. Less commonly available than other clowns.

Feeding

Marine pellets, frozen mysis, and flakes.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Clown Tang 15" Catalina Goby 2.5" Volitan Lionfish 15"

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