Saddleback (Black) Clownfish
Amphiprion polymnus
Black Morph • Captive Bred
Rarity
Uncommon
The Saddleback (Black) Clownfish is a striking dark morph of *Amphiprion polymnus*. It features a deep black to charcoal body with bold, contrasting white vertical bars — including a distinctive broad “saddle” across the back — and often a bright yellow snout and tail accents. This dramatic color variant is highly prized for its bold appearance and unique patterning. Hardy, active, and semi-aggressive, it makes an excellent focal point in larger reef aquariums. Captive-bred specimens are strong, adaptable, and ideal for breeding programs.
General Description
| Common Name | Saddleback (Black) Clownfish |
| Latin Name | Amphiprion polymnus |
| MBI Status | ✔ Captive Breeding |
| WORMS | 🌊 World Register of Marine Species |
| Wikipedia | 📖 View full article |
| Adult Size | Up to 13 cm (5 in) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 35 gallons (recommended) |
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| Natural Habitat | Shallow lagoons, sandy reef flats, and seagrass beds (depth 2–30 m). |
| Origin / Range | Western Pacific (Indonesia, Philippines, New Guinea, northern Australia, Ryukyu Islands) |
| Rarity | Uncommon • Black morph highly prized |
| Care Level | Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive |
Saddleback (Black) 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