Amblyglyphidodon leucogaster (Demoiselle with white belly)

Adult size10 cm
Temperature18 - 26 °C
pH4.3 - 7.8
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)150 L

Description

This young lady is very white with the edges of the dorsal fin, codal and black anal.

Amblyglyphidodon Leucogaster fish is a seafish from the hot waters of the Indian Ocean. It is commonly called "clown fish" because of its bright color and its membranous fins, which give it the appearance of a clown.

The clownfish is about 15 centimeters long and has a cylindrical body and laterally compressed. Its color varies from bright yellow to white, with black and blue spots on the back and fins. The lower part of the body is generally darker than the rest.

Clown fish is a gregarious animal that lives in groups in coral reefs and shallow waters. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and plankton, which it catches using its fins to filter the water. Clown fish is also known for its ability to defend itself against predators using toxic mucus clouds to push them away.

In captivity, clown fish is often used as a pet in aquariums. However, it is important to provide an adequate environment for clown fish, in particular in terms of temperature, oxygenation and water quality. The clownfish needs sufficient space to swim and pebbles and plants to hide and reproduce.

In general, clown fish is considered a common species and is not threatened with extinction. However, as with many marine species, it is exposed to the dangers posed by pollution, human activities and climate change.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size10 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeSeawater, hot
  • Temperature18 - 26 °C
  • pH4.3 - 7.8
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)150 L

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