Premnas biaculeatus (Thorny clown)
Description
The premnas biaculeatus fish is a seawater fish belonging to the Pomacentridae family. It is also known as double-tailed clown fish or biaculeatus clown fish. This fish has an elongated body and compressed laterally, with a wide head and prominent dorsal and anal fins. Its color generally varies from gray to dark brown, with white and yellow spots spread over the whole body.
The double-tailed clown fish is native to the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, where it is mainly in coral reefs. He is lonely and territorial, and spends most of his time hunting small fish and crustaceans he finds on the reef.
Double tail clown fish is known for its ability to produce air bubbles it uses as an oxygen tank. He can also inflate his body in case of danger, which allows him to dissuade predators or free himself from obstacles.
The double-tailed clown fish is a popular fish in the aquariophilia, due to its bright color and its interesting behavior. However, it is considered a fish that is difficult to raise in captivity, as it has very specific water and food requirements. It is also known to be aggressive towards other fish, especially those of the same species.
Origin
- FamilyPomacentridae
- OriginMadagascar, Solomon Islands, Philippines
Characteristics
- Adult size15 cm
- BehaviourAggressive
- FoodOmnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeSeawater, hot
- Temperature24 - 26 °C
- pH7.9 - 8.4
- Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)300 L
