Maroon White Stripe Clown

About this fish

Maroon White Stripe Clown (Premnas biaculeatus) is a clownfish for a home saltwater aquarium, valued for its classic clownfish personality and reef-friendly presence. This fish is wild-caught, making it a great choice for aquarists looking to add active, entertaining behavior to a tank while keeping with a straightforward feeding routine. Like many clownfish, it can interact with reef life—though it does not require an anemone to thrive—making it well-suited to community setups where peaceful fish can share the space. Use it as a centerpiece fish in a small reef or mixed reef tank, or keep it as a bonded pair when you want consistent, characterful activity.

Features:

• Wild-caught Premnas biaculeatus clownfish for the home saltwater aquarium
• Does not need an anemone, though many clownfish will associate with one if available
• Entertaining, hardy behavior—an easy-to-feed classic reef fish
• Reef safe and typically compatible with most peaceful community fish
• Often territorial toward other clownfish, making pair-keeping most practical
• Acclimate slowly and provide a quiet area for settling after arrival

Specifications:

• Care level: Hardy (general clownfish care)
• Scientific name (verified): Premnas biaculeatus
• Capture method (from listing): Wild-caught
• Tank social recommendation: Keep one pair per tank; clownfish can be territorial toward their own kind
• Diet: Frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and quality pellets
• Feeding frequency: Once or twice daily
• Temperament: Typically reef safe; may be territorial toward other clownfish
• Estimated adult size: Typically about 4–5 in (10–13 cm)
• Typical marine temperature: About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Typical reef salinity: About 1.020–1.026 specific gravity