Premium Snowstorm Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris var. premium snowstorm)

Fish in the family Pomacentridae. Easy care. Reef Safe.

Premium Snowstorm Clownfish

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphiprion ocellaris var. premium snowstorm
FamilyPomacentridae
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyReef Safe
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size4.3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 74-79°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
Feeding schedule1-2 times daily

Appearance

The Premium Snowstorm Clownfish is a captive-bred color variant of Amphiprion ocellaris featuring increased white or pale coloration throughout the body, with characteristic orange-red base coloring reduced or disrupted by white markings. It retains the typical clownfish body shape with three distinctive white bands across the body, though these bands are often more prominent or broader due to the enhanced white pigmentation of the snowstorm pattern.

Diet and feeding

Feed a varied diet of high-quality marine flakes, pellets, and frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp. Clownfish are opportunistic feeders and will accept most aquarium foods. Feed 1-2 times daily in appropriate portions.

Difficulty and care for the Premium Snowstorm Clownfish

Easy - Suitable for beginners with basic care requirements and hardy nature.

Common health issues

Ich (Cryptocaryon irritans), marine velvet, fin rot

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific, primarily from Indonesia to Australia. The base species Amphiprion ocellaris is native to reef environments in the Indian Ocean and Western Pacific, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding regions.

Log Premium Snowstorm Clownfish in your reef tank

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