Amphipiron Ocellaris (Clown Fish)

Amphipiron Ocellaris: The Clownfish

Amphipiron ocellaris, commonly known as the clownfish, is a small, brightly colored marine fish found in the Indo-Pacific region. It's most famous for its symbiotic relationship with sea anemones.

Coloration: Typically orange or reddish-brown with three white bands.
Size: Reaches a maximum length of about 4 inches (10 cm).
Habitat: Lives in shallow coral reefs, often associated with sea anemones.
Behavior: Territorial and aggressive, especially when defending its anemone home.
Diet: Omnivorous, feeding on small crustaceans, zooplankton, and algae.
Symbiotic Relationship with Sea Anemones:
Mutualism: Both the clownfish and the anemone benefit from this relationship.
Protection: The clownfish is protected from predators by the anemone's stinging tentacles.
Food: The clownfish helps to clean the anemone and provides food scraps.
Anemone Protection: The clownfish defends the anemone from predators and parasites.

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