Solar Storm Clownfish - Amphiprion Ocellaris

The Solar Storm Clownfish is a bold designer variety of Amphiprion ocellaris, featuring intense orange and black coloration on the face and fins accented by a stark white body. Selectively bred for its dramatic appearance, this variant brings vibrant energy and uniqueness to any reef aquarium while maintaining the hardiness and adaptability of the classic Ocellaris.

Description:

Common Name: Solar Storm Clownfish

Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris

Family: Pomacentridae

Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm)

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Difficulty: Easy

Reef Safe: Yes

Designer Variant: Yes

Native Region:

Captive bred designer clownfish, developed through selective breeding of Ocellaris lines to enhance lightning-like barring and high-contrast coloration.

Aquarium Setup:

Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons

Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

pH: 8.0–8.4

Salinity: 1.023–1.025

Substrate: Fine sand with live rock for shelter; thrives in reef aquariums with corals and may naturally associate with anemones.

Additional Tips:

• Designer Strain: Unique irregular “lightning bolt” patterning makes it a showpiece clownfish.

• Diet: Omnivorous—readily eats quality flakes, pellets, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and chopped seafood.

• Tankmates: Semi-aggressive; best housed with peaceful to moderately aggressive fish. Avoid keeping multiple clownfish species together in smaller tanks.

• Anemone Hosting: May naturally host Bubble Tip or Carpet Anemones, though this is not essential for well-being.