Cinnamon Clownfish

Amphiprion melanopus Pacific Wide • Captive Bred

Rarity

Common

Also known as the Fire Clownfish or Red and Black Anemonefish, the Cinnamon Clownfish is one of the larger and more striking members of the genus Amphiprion. It features a deep reddish-orange to cinnamon body with mahogany sides, a prominent white head band (often with a blue tint), and contrasting black pelvic and anal fins. Hardy, semi-aggressive, and visually bold, it makes an excellent addition to reef aquariums and is a longtime favorite in the marine hobby.

General Description

Common Name	Cinnamon Clownfish
Latin Name	Amphiprion melanopus
MBI Status	✔ Captive Breeding
WORMS	🌊 World Register of Marine Species
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Adult Size	Up to 12 cm (4.7 in)
Minimum Tank Size	35 gallons (recommended)
Host Anemones	• Entacmaea quadricolor — Bubble-tip anemone (primary) • Heteractis crispa — Sebae anemone (Leathery) • Heteractis magnifica — Magnificent anemone (rarely)
Natural Habitat	Lagoons and outer coral reefs of the Western and Southern Pacific Ocean (depth 1–18 m).
Origin / Range	Western & Southern Pacific (Indonesia to French Polynesia, Micronesia to Coral Sea)
Rarity	Common • Widely available captive-bred
Care Level	Easy to Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive

Amphiprion melanopus - Cinnamon Clownfish

Cinnamon Clownfish • Captive Bred

CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK

Conservation Status: Not evaluated by IUCN Red List (common in the wild)

Pomacentridae Family

Indo-Pacific Wide

Breeding Program Stock