The Anemone demoiselle (Amphiprion ocellaris) is a saltwater fish of the family Pomacentridae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The ocellaris clownfish is the best-known damselfish of the family Pomacentridae from the Indo-West Pacific, famous as 'Nemo'. The species grows to about 11 cm and has a bright orange body with three white, black-edged crossbars. It lives in symbiosis with large sea anemones: thanks to a protective mucus layer it is immune to the venomous tentacles and shelters among them from predators. Each anemone hosts a small group with one dominant female. All individuals are born male; the largest changes into a female (protandry). As an omnivore it feeds on zooplankton, algae and small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Anemone demoiselle?
The Anemone demoiselle has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Anemone demoiselle live?
The Anemone demoiselle lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Anemone demoiselle get?
The Anemone demoiselle grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Anemone demoiselle dangerous to humans?
No, the Anemone demoiselle is harmless to humans.
Is the Anemone demoiselle edible?
The Anemone demoiselle is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Amphiprion
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