{"product_id":"barrier-reef-clownfish-amphiprion-akindynos","title":"WC Barrier Reef Clownfish - Amphiprion akindynos","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrier Reef Clownfish (Amphiprion akindynos)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eThe Barrier Reef Clownfish is a hardy and attractive marine clownfish from Australia’s Great Barrier Reef region, recognised by its orange to orange-brown body, two white body bars edged in black and pale to white tail. Also known as the Barrier Reef Anemonefish or Akindynos Clownfish, this species is closely related to other larger clownfish and can make a strong, characterful addition to a mature reef aquarium. It is generally reef safe, but like all clownfish, it may become territorial around its chosen host, cave or section of rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eBarrier Reef Clownfish. Also commonly referred to as the Barrier Reef Anemonefish, Akindynos Clownfish, Great Barrier Reef Clownfish or Barrier Reef Clown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"814\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eAmphiprion akindynos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eAround 10–12 cm, making it a medium-sized clownfish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eMarine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eFound in the Western Pacific, especially around the Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, northern New South Wales, New Caledonia, Loyalty Islands and Tonga. In the wild, it occurs around lagoon reefs, outer reefs and coral-rich reef areas, often living in pairs or small social groups close to host anemones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eSalinity: 1.020–1.025 SG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eSemi-aggressive. It is usually manageable in a suitable marine aquarium, but may become territorial once established, especially if it has formed a pair or chosen a host anemone, coral or section of rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eOmnivorous. In the aquarium it should be offered a varied diet including quality marine pellets, flakes, frozen mysis, enriched brineshrimp, copepods, finely chopped marine foods and occasional algae or spirulina-based foods. A varied diet will help support colour, condition and breeding behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eA practical recommendation is at least 120 litres for a single fish or bonded pair, with larger aquariums preferred for mixed reef communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eThis is a bold, active clownfish that usually spends much of its time around a chosen area of rockwork, coral or host anemone. A host anemone is not essential for aquarium care, but the species may naturally associate with anemones if suitable species are present. It forms pairs, with the female becoming the larger dominant fish. During breeding, males guard and aerate eggs laid on a cleaned hard surface close to the host area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eThis species is generally safe with corals and most common reef invertebrates. The main consideration is territorial behaviour, especially around a chosen host site. It may defend this area from other fish, but it is not normally a coral-nipping species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003eBest kept in a mature marine aquarium with stable water quality, good oxygenation, live rock and clear territory breaks. If keeping a pair, it is safest to purchase a bonded pair or introduce a smaller juvenile with a larger individual. Avoid mixing with other clownfish species in smaller aquariums, as aggression and territory disputes can occur. Captive-bred specimens are strongly preferred where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3290\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3247\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate marine fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3376\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eOccasional in trade, with captive-bred specimens sometimes available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3638\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46040464195757,"sku":"AG-103484","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46040464228525,"sku":"AG-103485","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46040464261293,"sku":"AG-103486","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/BarrierReefClownfish-Amphiprionakindynos.jpg?v=1779461535","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/barrier-reef-clownfish-amphiprion-akindynos","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}