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Tomato Clownfish care

Amphiprion frenatus · Saltwater · Beginner level care

Tomato Clownfish, painted illustration

A bright red clownfish that is hardy but bossier than ocellaris.

Smallest tank30 gallons
Adult size5 inches
Temperature76 to 80°F
pH8.1 to 8.4
GroupOne per tank
TemperamentSemi aggressive
SwimsMiddle of the tank
Lives8 to 12 years
Watch for: Becomes aggressive with age and fights other clownfish.

Feeding

Twice a day. A small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes, a little more for bigger fish. Marine pellets, mysis, frozen brine shrimp.

Claims a territory and guards it.

Good tank mates

Fish that pass every check with Tomato Clownfish in a 60 gallon tank: same water, overlapping temperature, nobody gets eaten and no bullies.

Questions

What size tank does a Tomato Clownfish need?

At least 30 gallons. Adults grow to about 5 inches, so plan for the adult size, not the size at the store.

What temperature does a Tomato Clownfish like?

76 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH of about 8.1 to 8.4. A steady temperature matters more than hitting one exact number.

How many Tomato Clownfish should I keep together?

Keep only one. Tomato Clownfish fight their own kind.

What do Tomato Clownfish eat?

Marine pellets, mysis, frozen brine shrimp. Feed twice a day: a small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes, a little more for bigger fish.

Sources

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