Mauritian Clownfish

Amphiprion chrysogaster Mauritius Endemic • Captive Bred

Rarity

Rare

The Mauritian Clownfish, also known as the Mauritian Anemonefish, is a beautiful and rare member of the Clarkii complex. It features a rich orange to brownish body with two prominent white vertical bars and distinctive yellow-to-orange fins. Endemic to the waters around Mauritius and nearby islands in the Western Indian Ocean, this striking clownfish is highly prized by serious collectors and breeders. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, active, and make an excellent focal point in larger reef aquariums.

General Description

Common Name	Mauritian Clownfish
Latin Name	Amphiprion chrysogaster
MBI Status	✔ Captive Breeding
WORMS	🌊 World Register of Marine Species
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Adult Size	Up to 12–14 cm (5 in)
Minimum Tank Size	35–50 gallons (recommended)
Host Anemones	• Entacmaea quadricolor — Bubble-tip anemone (primary) • Heteractis crispa — Sebae anemone (Leathery)
Natural Habitat	Lagoons and outer coral reefs around Mauritius and the Mascarene Islands in the Western Indian Ocean.
Origin / Range	Western Indian Ocean — endemic to Mauritius and likely Réunion
Rarity	Rare • Limited natural range
Care Level	Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive

Amphiprion chrysogaster - Mauritian Clownfish

Mauritian Clownfish • Captive Bred

RARE • CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK

Conservation Status: Not evaluated by IUCN Red List (rare due to limited range)

Pomacentridae Family

Western Indian Ocean (Mauritius Endemic)

Breeding Program Stock