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Brown Saddle Clownfish (Linnaeus, 1758)

 Scientific Name  Amphiprion polymnus
 Diet  Omnivore; brine shrimp, meaty foods, flake
 Alt Common Name   Saddleback Clownfish, Anemonefish
 Family  Pomacentridae
 Origin  Pacific Ocean
 Aquarist Level  Intermediate
 Reef Safe  Yes
 Coloration  Brownish orange with 3 white stripes
 Disposition  Peaceful, territorial towards other clownfish.
 Hardiness  Moderate
 Compatibility  Compatible with other families, territorial with other species of clownfish.
 Mature Size  5 inches
 Sexual Dimorphism  Female is typically the largest in a group.

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Notes: Common anemone hosts for this species include;  Heteractis crispa and Stichodactyla haddoni