Orangefin Clownfish

Amphiprion chrysopterus Western Pacific • Captive Bred

Rarity

Uncommon

The Orangefin Clownfish, also known as the Orange-fin Anemonefish or Blue-stripe Clownfish, is a beautiful and robust member of the Clarkii complex. It features a yellowish-brown to dark brown body with two prominent bluish-white vertical bars and striking orange to yellow dorsal, pectoral, and caudal fins. One of the larger clownfish species, it is bold, active, and makes a dramatic focal point in larger reef aquariums. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, adaptable, and highly valued in breeding programs.

General Description

Common Name	Orangefin Clownfish
Latin Name	Amphiprion chrysopterus
MBI Status	✔ Captive Breeding
WORMS	🌊 World Register of Marine Species
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Adult Size	Up to 14–17 cm (5.5–6.7 in)
Minimum Tank Size	40–50 gallons (recommended)
Host Anemones	• Entacmaea quadricolor — Bubble-tip anemone (primary) • Heteractis crispa — Sebae anemone (Leathery) • Heteractis magnifica — Magnificent anemone
Natural Habitat	Passages, outer reef slopes, and lagoons in the Western Pacific (depth 1–20 m).
Origin / Range	Western Pacific (Queensland north of the Great Barrier Reef to New Guinea, Marshall Islands, Fiji, and Tuamotu Islands)
Rarity	Uncommon • Captive-bred preferred
Care Level	Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive

Amphiprion chrysopterus - Orangefin Clownfish

Orangefin Clownfish • Captive Bred

CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK

Conservation Status: Not evaluated by IUCN Red List (uncommon in aquarium trade)

Pomacentridae Family

Western Pacific

Breeding Program Stock