Pink Skunk Clownfish - Amphiprion Perideraion
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The Pink Skunk Clownfish (Amphiprion perideraion) is a charming and colorful clownfish with a pink-orange body, a single vertical white stripe just behind the eye, and a white streak running along the back. This semi-aggressive species adds vibrant movement and personality to reef aquariums.
Common Name: Pink Skunk Clownfish
Scientific Name: Amphiprion perideraion
Family: Pomacentridae
Size: Up to 3 inches (7.5 cm)
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Difficulty: Easy
Reef Safe: With caution
Native Region: Found throughout the Indo-Pacific, especially in anemone-rich reef areas where it forms symbiotic relationships with host anemones.
Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons
Temperature: 74–79°F (23–26°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.025
Substrate: Provide live rock and stable surfaces; hosting an anemone is optional but enhances natural behavior.
• Anemone Hosting: Often pairs with Heteractis or Stichodactyla species but will adapt without one.
• Diet: Omnivorous—accepts flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods.
• Behavior: Can be territorial; best kept with other peaceful species or in established community tanks.
• Compatibility: Suitable for mixed reef setups with caution around delicate corals.