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Skunk Clownfish

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Popular Name: Skunk Clownfish
Species: Amphiprion akallopisos

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 Description of the Skunk Clownfish

 The Skunk Clownfish (Amphiprion akallopisos) is also known as the Nosestripe Anemonefish, Orange Skunk Clownfish or Whitebacked Clownfish. Clownfish are often referred to as Anemonefish, due to their close relationship with sea anemones. The Skunk clown fish is found in the Indian and Pacific oceans and its natural habitat is shallow reefs at a depth of up to 15 metres. It is light orange in color and has a white stripe which runs along its back.
Profile of the Skunk Clownfish

This Profile contains interesting facts and information about the Skunk Clownfish species.

 

  • Size:  up to 11cm

  • Fish Tank conditions: Temp: 22-23 Degrees, PH: 8-8.5

  • Temperament: Excellent community fish

  • Diet / Feeding: Flake, Frozen or Live food

  • Habitat: Shallow Inshore reefs of the Indian and Pacific Ocean

  • Behaviour: Good, recommend keeping in pairs and tank should include sea anemones

  • Range: Indian and Pacific Ocean
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Scientific Classification of the Skunk Clownfish
Definition: Scientific classification, or biological classification, is how biologists group and categorize species of organisms with shared physical characteristics. Scientific classification belongs to the science of taxonomy.

  • Species: Amphiprion akallopisos

  • Popular Names: Skunk Clown Fish, Nose Stripe Anemonefish, Orange Skunk Clownfish, Whitebacked Clownfish

  • Kingdom: Animalia

  • Phylum: Chordata

  • Class: Actinopterygii

  • Order: Perciformes

  • Family: Pomacentridae


 

Interesting Facts and Information - How do you identify the sex of a Skunk Clownfish?

The males and females of many fish species have different colors or different shaped bodies. But there are also other fish species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes tricky being an ichthyologist!


Interesting Facts and Information - Why are Skunk Clownfish slimy?


 Skunk Clownfish secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin. This slime provides protection against parasites and infections and helps the Skunk Clownfish to move through the water faster. Some fish species also release toxins in their slime which ward off enemy attacks. Other fish species use their slime to feed their young.


Interesting Facts and Information - Why do Skunk Clownfish have gills?


 Gills enable the Skunk Clownfish to breathe. Gills consist of thin sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a large bony plate called an operculum. Some fish species however have lungs and breathe air.

Interesting Facts and Information - Why do the Skunk Clownfish have fins?


 A fin is an external appendage or "limb" of a fish. Fins are used for directing, stabilizing, or propelling the different fish species in water. Numbers of fins vary between fish species, but there are usually seven. Each of the fins on a fish are designed to perform a specific function:
 

  • Dorsal fins - The dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Skunk Clownfish has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.
     

  • Ventral fins. The ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The Skunk Clownfish has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.

  • Caudal fins. The Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Skunk Clown Fish has Caudal fins to propel through the water.

  • Pectoral fins. The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The Skunk Clownfish has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to side movement.

 

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  • Interesting Information about Skunk Clownfish

  • Facts about Fish Species - Why are Skunk Clownfish slimy?

  • Why do the Skunk Clownfish have gills?

  • Facts about Fish Species - Why do the Skunk Clownfish have fins?

  • Species: Amphiprion akallopisos
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