Clark's Clownfish (Amphiprion clark's)
Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Easy care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Clark's Clownfish is a small, stocky damselfish with a bright orange body marked by three white vertical bands edged in black. The head is blunt and the body is robust, with a deeply notched dorsal fin. The white bands are characteristic and distinguish it from other clownfish species.
Diet and feeding
Clark's Clownfish is an omnivore in the wild, feeding on small crustaceans, zooplankton, and algae. In captivity, feed a varied diet of high-quality flake food, small pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, and occasional algae-based supplements 1-2 times daily.
Difficulty and care for the Clark's Clownfish
Clark's Clownfish is extremely hardy and beginner-friendly, tolerating a range of tank conditions. They are durable, fast-growing, and adaptable, making them an excellent choice for new aquarists.
Common health issues
Ich, fin rot, bacterial infections from poor water quality
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Philippines south to the Great Barrier Reef and Indonesia. Commonly found in coral reef environments throughout this range.
Log Clark's Clownfish in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Clark's Clownfish alongside everything else in your reef.
