False Percula Clownfish

The False Percula Clownfish, scientifically known as Amphiprion ocellaris, is a vibrant marine fish with an orange body and three white bands outlined in black, often mistaken for the True Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion percula). 

Here's a more detailed description:

• Appearance: The False Percula Clownfish has a bright orange body with three white bands, each outlined with black. 
  
• Size: They typically grow to a maximum size of 3 inches (8.9 cm) in length. 
  
• Distribution: They are found in the Indo-Pacific region, including Australia, the East Indies, Melanesia, the Philippines, and the Ryukyu Islands. 
  
• Habitat: They are commonly found in association with anemones on reefs, forming a symbiotic relationship. 
  
• Behavior: They are known for their playful and social behavior, often seen in pairs or small groups within the same anemone. 
  
• Care: They are relatively hardy and easy to maintain in aquariums, adapting well to a variety of foods and conditions. 
  
• Diet: They should be fed a variety of frozen and live mysis and brine shrimp, as well as spirulina, marine algae, nori, and algae-based foods, 2-3 times daily. 
  
• Distinguishing Features: While similar to the True Percula Clownfish, the False Percula Clownfish often has thinner black outlines around the white stripes. 
  
• Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris. 
  
• Other Names: Also known as the Ocellaris Clownfish or Common Clownfish.