{"product_id":"black-ice-clown","title":"Black Ice Ocellaris Clownfish","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Black Ice Ocellaris Clownfish\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Ice Ocellaris Clownfish are a selectively bred designer variety of Ocellaris Clownfish, recognised for their striking combination of \u003cstrong\u003eblack, white and orange colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their dark body, irregular white markings and orange facial and fin colour create a dramatic appearance that makes them highly desirable in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike standard Ocellaris Clownfish, Black Ice varieties are hardy, adaptable and generally peaceful. They are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced marine aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact pattern can vary considerably between individual fish. Some specimens develop extensive black colouration, while others retain more orange and display larger or more irregular white patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Ice Ocellaris can be kept individually or as a pair. Once established, a pair will usually develop a territory and may eventually spawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn anemone is \u003cstrong\u003enot required\u003c\/strong\u003e. They may host in an anemone, coral, rockwork or even aquarium equipment depending on the individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmphiprion ocellaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Ice Ocellaris Clownfish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pomacentridae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Fish \/ Clownfish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8–10 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to Semi-Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 L+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.0–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Levels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef aquariums, marine community tanks and beginner marine systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes a Black Ice Ocellaris different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Ice is a selectively bred designer Ocellaris variety with a combination of \u003cstrong\u003eblack, white and orange markings\u003c\/strong\u003e. The pattern is highly variable between individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Black Ice Ocellaris reef safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are generally reef safe and are suitable for coral aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Black Ice Ocellaris need an anemone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. An anemone is not required. They may choose to host in corals, rockwork or other structures instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Black Ice Ocellaris be kept as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They can be kept as pairs and may eventually form a breeding pair once mature and settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Black Ice Ocellaris eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey readily accept quality marine pellets and flakes along with frozen foods such as mysis shrimp and brine shrimp. A varied diet helps maintain colour and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpecting every Black Ice to have the same pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigner clownfish patterns can vary significantly between individual specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssuming an anemone is essential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack Ice Ocellaris can thrive without an anemone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with aggressive fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir generally peaceful nature makes them better suited to peaceful reef communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverfeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClownfish are enthusiastic feeders. Feed controlled portions and maintain excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpecting immediate hosting behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome individuals host quickly while others may never host an anemone or coral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48917891776651,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/gE6KdIZQb1MmLGe-K5vgD39biof7elSXGnUgqTkIZCJ7wfUFeSwC1Gic7R4hbkga6YUzUdBOPZvKy6ACHD8gpHIYM0BA_wFM3y1ki4fdIBGpa-b8E4cKiEeHpMgquJTmezw1369A5NIlfdaG95fdrmKiyWfg0bfam5yhJMDtyW_ByzHQHtwwELe.jpg?v=1786783261","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/black-ice-clown","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}