Gold Dot Maroon Clownfish (Premnas biaculeatus)
Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Deep maroon to burgundy body with distinctive white-gold spots or bands, particularly prominent along the head and lateral line. Yellow-orange dorsal and tail fins; females typically larger and darker than males.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality marine flakes, mysis shrimp, and small chopped seafood. Maroon clownfish are less finicky than some clownfish species and will readily accept prepared foods in captivity. Feed 1–2 times daily.
Difficulty and care for the Gold Dot Maroon Clownfish
Moderate - Designer variant. Can be aggressive. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to the Great Barrier Reef, occurring in coral-rich reef environments from the Red Sea through Southeast Asia to northern Australia.
Keeper notes
Selectively bred designer variant. Maroon body with gold spots. Popular variant. Can be aggressive.
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