The Whitebonnet anemonefish (Amphiprion leucokranos) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Whitebonnet anemonefish is an anemonefish (Pomacentridae). The species is from the western Pacific, grows to about 12 cm and has an orange-brown body with a conspicuous white bonnet or patch on the head; it arises naturally as a cross between two other anemonefishes. 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 Whitebonnet anemonefish?
The Whitebonnet anemonefish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Whitebonnet anemonefish live?
The Whitebonnet anemonefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Whitebonnet anemonefish get?
The Whitebonnet anemonefish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Whitebonnet anemonefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitebonnet anemonefish is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitebonnet anemonefish edible?
Yes, the Whitebonnet anemonefish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Amphiprion
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