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Fire Clownfish, Amphiprion ephippium, is one of the more unique and vibrant Clowns available to the aquarium hobbyist. This particular species is unique in that is has an intolerance to copper. If copper must be used, limit treatment to two days. A reef-safe (non-copper) treatment would be strongly preferred should a Fire Clown require medication. Clownfish, also known as Anemonefish, are omnivores that will eat a wide variety of prepared and frozen foods. Brine Shrimp are a favorite treat of these amusing little fish. Clownfish have gained a high level of popularity in the saltwater hobby because of their hardiness and abundance of personality. They will form shoals in the home aquarium with the two dominant fish becoming a pair. The largest Clown is typically the terminal female, the next largest the male, and the others remain juveniles. Small Fire Clownfish will have a white band across the head that disappears with age.
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