Threeband Clownfish
Amphiprion tricinctus
Western Pacific • Captive Bred
Rarity
Rare
The Threeband Clownfish, also known as the Three-banded Anemonefish, is a striking and relatively rare member of the Clarkii complex. It features a deep orange to brownish body with **three** prominent white vertical bars (hence the name) and often a dark tail. Found primarily in the Western and Central Pacific, this bold clownfish is highly prized by collectors for its unique three-bar pattern. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, active, and make an excellent focal point in larger reef aquariums.
General Description
| Common Name | Threeband Clownfish |
| Latin Name | Amphiprion tricinctus |
| MBI Status | ✔ Captive Breeding |
| WORMS | 🌊 World Register of Marine Species |
| Wikipedia | 📖 View full article |
| Adult Size | Up to 12–14 cm (5 in) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 40–50 gallons (recommended) |
| Host Anemones |
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| Natural Habitat | Coral reefs, lagoons, and outer reef slopes in the Western and Central Pacific. |
| Origin / Range | Western & Central Pacific (Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, New Caledonia) |
| Rarity | Rare • Limited availability |
| Care Level | Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive |
Threeband Clownfish • Captive Bred
RARE • CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK
Conservation Status: Not evaluated by IUCN Red List (rare in aquarium trade)
Pomacentridae Family
Western & Central Pacific
Breeding Program Stock