McCullochi Clownfish
Amphiprion mccullochi
Lord Howe Endemic • Captive Bred
Rarity
Rare
The McCullochi Clownfish, also known as McCulloch’s Anemonefish or Whitesnout Clownfish, is a rare and distinctive species. It features a dark brown to near-black body with a striking white snout and a single prominent white vertical bar behind the eye on each side (the bars usually do not connect over the head). Endemic to the subtropical waters around Lord Howe Island, this bold clownfish is highly prized by serious collectors. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, active, and make a unique addition to larger reef aquariums.
General Description
| Common Name | McCullochi Clownfish |
| Latin Name | Amphiprion mccullochi |
| MBI Status | ✔ Captive Breeding |
| WORMS | 🌊 World Register of Marine Species |
| Wikipedia | 📖 View full article |
| Adult Size | Up to 12 cm (4.7 in) |
| Minimum Tank Size | 40 gallons (recommended) |
| Host Anemones |
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| Natural Habitat | Subtropical lagoons and rocky reefs around Lord Howe Island (depth 5–30 m). |
| Origin / Range | Southwest Pacific — endemic to Lord Howe Island region |
| Rarity | Rare • Limited natural range |
| Care Level | Intermediate • Hardy & Semi-Aggressive |
McCullochi Clownfish • Captive Bred
RARE • CAPTIVE BRED • BREEDING PROGRAM STOCK
Conservation Status: Vulnerable (IUCN) — due to extremely limited range
Pomacentridae Family
Lord Howe Island Endemic
Breeding Program Stock