Mocha Ocellaris Clownfish

Mocha Ocellaris Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris x A. ocellaris var.) 

The Mocha Clownfish is a visually striking addition to any aquarium, with its deep orange coloration and contrasting white bands. This captivating and affordable clownfish is a great choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists. Captive-bred, the Mocha Clownfish can grow up to 3 inches in size and can be kept singly or in groups.

One of the key advantages of captive-bred Ocellaris Clownfish, like the Mocha Clownfish, is their hardiness and adaptability to home aquarium conditions, making them an ideal choice for novice and seasoned aquarists alike. These clownfish can coexist with a variety of other captive-bred clownfish if introduced to the tank simultaneously.

Breeding the Mocha Clownfish in a home aquarium is relatively straightforward. The female, being the larger of the pair, will typically stay close to the male. The Mocha Clownfish is an egg-layer, depositing its eggs on a flat surface and guarding them from other tank mates. Depending on the temperature, the eggs will hatch within 6-11 days. The fry should be reared in a separate tank and fed a diet of rotifers, followed by baby brine shrimp.

As omnivores, captive-bred Mocha Clownfish require a balanced diet that includes both meaty foods and plant-based options. They readily accept high-quality marine flake food rich in spirulina algae, along with freeze-dried and frozen foods.

**Approximate Purchase Size:** 1-1/4″ to 1-3/4″.