Clownfish live in pairs or family groups in sea anemones, which protect them, and they clean and defend the anemone in return. They are easy to find on snorkelling trips around Mnemba and Prison Island.
Fish
Clownfish (Anemonefish)
Amphiprion spp.
The small orange fish that lives among the tentacles of sea anemones.
Size
8-11 cm
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Algae, plankton and small crustaceans.
Habitat
Coral reefs and lagoons.
About the clownfish (anemonefish)
Did you know?
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All are born male; the dominant one turns female.
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They are immune to the anemone's sting.
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They lay eggs on a rock next to the anemone.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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