Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish

The Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish ( Premnas biaculeatus) is a designer variant of the Gold Stripe Maroon, characterized by a brilliant gold body with a maroon face and fins, and is known for its bold behavior and potential for aggression. 

Here's a more detailed description:

• Appearance:
• As they mature, their white bodies transition to a vibrant gold color. 
  
• They have deep maroon fins with fluorescent orange trim. 
  
• Some individuals exhibit an icy blue iridescence on the edges of their body. 
  
• Their eyes are dark and fierce-looking against the gold body. 
  
• Behavior:
• They are known to be more territorial and aggressive than other clownfish species. 
  
• They are social and can be kept in a school if the tank is large enough. 
  
• They are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including marine algae, pellets, flakes, and small invertebrates. 
  
• Care:
• They are considered reef-safe. 
  
• They are semi-aggressive and should be introduced to a tank slowly and with caution. 
  
• They can live for more than six years in captivity. 
  
• They are easy to care for and can be kept in a variety of tank sizes, but a minimum of 30 gallons is recommended. 
  
• Habitat:
• They are native to the Indo-Pacific region, typically found in coral reefs and lagoons. 
  
• They live symbiotically with large sea anemones. 
  
• Scientific Name:
  Premnas biaculeatus