Two-band Clownfish (Amphiprion two)

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

Two-band Clownfish

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphiprion two
FamilyPomacentridae
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyReef Safe
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size4 in
Minimum tank size50 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
Feeding scheduleFeed 2-3 times daily

Appearance

Compact anatomy of Amphiprion two includes a slender, elongated body (approximately 10 cm long). Mainly orange-red in color, it features three distinctive white bands: one horizontal across the eye, another vertical along the tail fin base, and a third at the caudal peduncle.

Diet and feeding

Zooplankton, small invertebrates (e.g., copepods), coral polyps, and algae in the wild. In aquariums, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and frozen marine fish foods.

Difficulty and care for the Two-band Clownfish

Easy - Two-band Clownfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.

Common health issues

Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations

Origin and habitat

The Amphiprion two, also known as the Two-spot Damselfish, is natively found in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically in countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, and Japan, along their coastal areas. The species inhabits reefs at a depth range of 1 to 30 meters.

Log Two-band 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 Two-band Clownfish alongside everything else in your reef.