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Percula Clownfish

By The Aquarium Calculators Editorial Team ·

Amphiprion percula

Complete Percula Clownfish care guide covering omnivore diet requirements, semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 20 Gallons tank setup, and compatible saltwater tankmates. Difficulty: Easy.

Percula Clownfish

Quick Answer

Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion percula) is very similar to Ocellaris but with thicker black borders on white bands. It requires a minimum 20 Gallons aquarium with a pH of 8.1 - 8.4 and temperature range of 24-26°C. As a omnivore with semi-aggressive tendencies, careful tankmate selection is essential.

Intro

Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion percula) is very similar to Ocellaris but with thicker black borders on white bands. It is slightly less hardy but still a good beginner fish.

Setup

A 20-gallon or larger reef tank with live rock and stable parameters. They often form symbiotic relationships with carpet anemones.

Feeding

Omnivorous; eats marine flakes, pellets, frozen foods, and chopped seafood. Feed small amounts twice daily.

Compatibility

Keep as a mated pair. Can coexist with most peaceful marine fish. Avoid large aggressive fish like triggers or groupers.

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Tank Position
Middle
Water Temp
24-26°C
Adult Size
See profile
Water pH
8.1 - 8.4

Species Characteristics

Adult Size
Lifespan
Growth Rate
moderate
Tank Compatibility
Community compatible
Indoor Aquarium
Yes

Water Parameters

Water Temperature
Humidity
Water pH

Tank Lighting

Tank Lighting
Standard lighting
Light Hours
N/A
Intensity
moderate

Feeding & Diet

Diet Type
Diet: Omnivore
Feeding Schedule
N/A
Live Food Options
N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Percula Clownfish should be kept together?
Keep a single specimen or a matched pair in a tank of at least 20 gallons (75 liters) for a pair, 10 gallons for a single. Percula clownfish (Amphiprion percula) look similar to Ocellaris and behave identically, forming strict pair bonds. Two juveniles introduced together will form a female-dominant pair. Groups larger than 2 in under 55 gallons cause aggression. Provide an anemone (Heteractis magnifica or Stichodactyla gigantea) or substitute with host corals. Avoid with aggressive damselfish.
What are the exact marine water parameters for Percula Clownfish?
Target pH 8.1 - 8.4, specific gravity 1.023 - 1.025 (35-35.5 ppt), General Hardness 7 - 12 dGH, Carbonate Hardness 8 - 12 dKH, Total Dissolved Solids 32,000 - 35,000 ppm, and temperature 72°F - 78°F (22°C - 26°C). They need stable marine reef water parameters with adequate carbonate hardness values. Maintain nitrates below 15 ppm with weekly 20% water changes. Use a protein skimmer and live rock (1 lb/gallon). Calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm.
What is the dietary and medication protocol for Percula Clownfish?
They are omnivores requiring 45% protein, 12% fat, 43% algae. Feed marine flakes, cichlid pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and minced fresh seafood pieces twice daily. Offer spirulina flakes and nori sheets weekly. Medication alert: Tolerate copper (0.15 mg/L Cupramine) and hyposalinity (1.009-1.012) for ich treatment. Praziquantel is safe. Quarantine with chloroquine phosphate (15 mg/L) for 14 days. Susceptible to brooklynella; treat with formalin dips.
How to breed Percula Clownfish in captivity?
Condition a bonded pair with enriched frozen mysis and brine shrimp for 4 weeks. Raise temperature to 80°F (27°C). Provide a clay pot or tile near an anemone. The pair cleans the site; female lays 100-500 orange eggs. Male fans and guards eggs for 7-10 days at 78°F (25.5°C). Eggs hatch at night 8-10 days after spawning. Larvae require rotifers (Brachionus) for 8-10 days, then baby brine shrimp. Metamorphosis at day 12-14. Raise fry in separate 10-gallon tank with green water. Frequent water changes (20% daily) are critical.

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