Care guide at a glance
Premnas biaculeatus
Description
A deep maroon clownfish banded in white to gold, from Australian waters. The largest and most assertive of the clownfish.
Feeding
Marine pellets, flake and frozen mysis and brine shrimp. Wild specimens may take a little longer to accept prepared food.
Compatibility
Reef safe but the most aggressive of the clownfish, particularly mature females. Keep singly or as a bonded pair with robust tankmates.
Behaviour and personality
Bold and strongly territorial. Females grow much larger than males and will defend a host against your hand during maintenance.
Before you buy
Maroon clowns are genuinely territorial and will bite during tank maintenance. Wild-caught, so quarantine before introduction and allow a longer settling period.
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