Wide-band Clownfish (Amphiprion wide)

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

Wide-band Clownfish

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphiprion wide
FamilyPomacentridae
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution
TemperamentPeaceful
DietOmnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size30 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

Oval-bodied, reaches up to 15 cm; mainly pinkish-orange, distinct black saddle mark on back and three white bands (dorsal fin, eye, and caudal peduncle). Clownfish species, Amphiprion wide.

Diet and feeding

Zooplankton, small crustaceans (such as mysis shrimp), polychaete worms, and various types of coral polyps in the wild. In aquariums, these fish are often fed brine shrimp, marine algae, and commercial prepared foods for carnivorous fishes.

Difficulty and care for the Wide-band Clownfish

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

Common health issues

Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, White Spot Disease, Bacterial Infections

Origin and habitat

The Clownfish (Amphiprion wide) are naturally found in the Indo-Pacific region, primarily in the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Pacific Ocean. Specifically, they inhabit coastal waters of countries such as Australia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Thailand. They can be found at depths ranging from shallow reef crests to depths of 60 meters.

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