Flurry Clownfish, Captive-Bred
Greek Name: Amphiprion ocellaris
$59.99
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A Flurry Clownfish is an eye-catching color variant that is a striking color variety Ocellaris Clownfish demonstrating a high level of pure white, with just tiny black dots. Flurry Clownfish are the result of crossing the Wyoming White Clownfish with Frostbite Clownfish. Certain Flurry clowns might even have pearly eyes.
It is believed that the Captive-Bred Flurry Clownfish has a distinct advantage over species that are wild-harvested. One reason is that this Captive-Bred Flurry Clownfish is very resilient and is more accustomed to conditions in home aquariums. It is therefore an ideal choice for newbies and experienced aquarists alike.
The Captive-Bred Flurry Clownfish is also easily bred in your saltwater aquarium. Females are usually the largest of the two. The two species generally stay close to each to each other in the aquarium. The Captive-Bred Flurry clownfish is an egg-laying fish and will lay eggs onto a smooth area and protect the eggs from tankmates. The eggs usually hatch within 6 to 11 days, based on the temperature of the water. The fry should be kept in separate tanks with a diet consisting of rotifers then followed by baby brine shrimp.
This Clownfish is a ferocious eater. It can eat most meaty food items and frozen herbivore dishes.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4″ to 1-1/2″.