Seychelles Clownfish
Amphiprion fuscocaudatus
Seychelles Endemic • Captive Bred
Rarity
Rare
The Seychelles Clownfish, also known as the Seychelles Anemonefish, is a rare and striking member of the Clarkii complex. It features a dark brown to blackish body with two prominent white vertical bars and a dark tail (often with faint streaks). Endemic to the remote Seychelles Islands and Aldabra in the Western Indian Ocean, this bold clownfish is highly sought after by serious collectors and breeders. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, active, and make a dramatic, eye-catching focal point in larger reef aquariums.
General Description
| Common Name | Seychelles Clownfish |
| Latin Name | Amphiprion fuscocaudatus |
| MBI Status | ✔ Captive Breeding |
| WORMS | 🌊 World Register of Marine Species |
| Wikipedia | 📖 View full article |
| Adult Size | Up to 14 cm (5.5 in) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 40–50 gallons (recommended) |
| Host Anemones |
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| Natural Habitat | Lagoon and seaward reefs, particularly patch reefs in the Seychelles Islands and Aldabra (depth 5–30 m). |
| Origin / Range | Western Indian Ocean — endemic to Seychelles and Aldabra |
| Rarity | Rare • Extremely limited range |
| Care Level | Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive |
Seychelles Clownfish • Captive Bred
RARE • CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK
Conservation Status: Not evaluated by IUCN Red List (rare due to very limited range)
Pomacentridae Family
Western Indian Ocean (Seychelles Endemic)
Breeding Program Stock