The Barrier reef anemonefish (Amphiprion akindynos) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Barrier reef anemonefish is an anemonefish (Pomacentridae). The species is from the southwest Pacific, around the Great Barrier Reef, grows to about 9 cm and has an orange-brown body with two white crossbars. It lives in symbiosis with large sea anemones, protected from the stinging cells by a special mucus layer, and rarely strays far from its host. It eats zooplankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barrier reef anemonefish?
The Barrier reef anemonefish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Barrier reef anemonefish live?
The Barrier reef anemonefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Barrier reef anemonefish get?
The Barrier reef anemonefish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Barrier reef anemonefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Barrier reef anemonefish is harmless to humans.
Is the Barrier reef anemonefish edible?
Yes, the Barrier reef anemonefish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Amphiprion
More from the family Pomacentridae
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