🐠 Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris)
🐠 Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish Amphiprion ocellaris (Darwin variant)
Reef Safe • Hardy • Striking Color Morph
📋 The Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish is a stunning color morph of the common Ocellaris, featuring a jet-black body with crisp white bars. Native to the waters near Darwin, Australia, this clownfish has become a favorite among aquarists for its bold appearance and hardy nature.
It is a captive-bred favorite, making it well-suited to home aquariums. Like other clownfish, it may host in anemones or accept surrogate corals as a substitute.
With its peaceful temperament, reef-safe nature, and long lifespan, the Black & White Ocellaris is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists alike.
💡 Highlights
⚫ Striking Black & White Morph – Unique coloration from Darwin
🌊 Reef Safe – Harmless to corals and inverts
✅ Captive-Bred – Hardy and aquarium-friendly
👨👩👧 Community Friendly – Great for peaceful reef setups
🐣 Breeds in Captivity – Easy to pair in aquariums
🧾 A Quick Look at the Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish
📛 Common Name: Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish, Darwin Clownfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris (Darwin variant)
👨👩👧 Family: Pomacentridae
🌍 Origin: Northern Australia (Darwin region)
📏 Max Size: 8–10 cm (3–4 inches)
💧 pH Range: 8.1 – 8.4
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24 – 27°C (75 – 81°F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy
💖 Temperament: Peaceful (can be territorial as adults)
🪸 Reef Safe: ✅ Yes – safe with corals and inverts
🏠 Min Tank Size: 80 L (20+ US gallons)
📌 Tank Level: All levels (hover near host anemones or corals)
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 8 – 12 years in captivity
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – flakes, pellets, frozen foods
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer – will breed in captivity
