Clown fish
The clown fish is perhaps the most famous saltwater fish species nowadays. These fish are one of the reasons for increasing saltwater hobby in people. These fish are quite different from other fish as they have a somewhat unique way of swimming. They don’t swim like other fishes, while swimming they waddle. You should be aware about the different types of clown fish so that you can fulfill their basic requirements. Ocellaris clown are also popular because of the orange, white and black coloration which makes them look strikingly beautiful. The average size of clown fish is 3 to 4 inches. The ideal temperature for clown fish aquarium is between 24 to 27 degrees Celsius. This fish can live for 3 to 6 years. They are native of Pacific and Indian Ocean. If you are planning to keep it as a pet, then it is recommended to buy aquarium bred clownfish. Wild clownfish find difficult to adjust to the new environment. The colorful looks of clown fish help to add charm to your aquarium. It is essential for you to you to have basic information about clown fish before owning it.
1. Clown fish aquarium: Clown fish require proper amount of care to survive. Ensure that you provide a comfortable saltwater aquarium to clown fish to reside. It is important for you to clean the aquarium of clown fish frequently. The size of aquarium should be large enough so that clown fish can stay comfortably. Efficient filtration system and lighting should be provided in their enclosure.
2. Temperature for clown fish aquarium: The ideal temperature for clownfish is 77 - 82°F. It is important for you to maintain the water temperature in its aquarium to make them survive for long. you can decorate the tank like ocean. Add live rock, live sand, a 100-watt submersible heater, dechlorinator, gravel siphon, algae pad/scraper, fake plants, and decorative items in the tank to make it look good. Wild colon fish require coral reefs in the tank to survive.
3. Tank mates: You can accompany them with other fish as well but make sure that fish is not dangerous for the clown fish. This fish perform well in pairs. One of the unique features of this fish is that it starts its life as a male. As the fish grow it switch to female. Clown fish mostly like to be with their sea anemones so it is advisable to place the two together for the better result. Novice should avoid keeping anemone as they are hard to keep in lively aquarium. Sea anemone can live up to 2 years whether they are kept by an expert aquarium owner or a novice.
You can also accompany clown fish with other fish such as cardinal fish, blennies, dwarf, gobies, and large angel fish, pseudochromis, hawkfish, puffers and tangs.