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About Da Vinci Clownfish

The Da Vinci Clownfish is a popular designer Ocellaris Clownfish known for its striking white body, orange base colouration and distinctive irregular black-edged markings. Every individual can have a slightly different pattern, making each fish unique.

Da Vinci Clownfish are selectively bred from Amphiprion ocellaris and retain the same generally peaceful and hardy nature as standard Ocellaris Clownfish.

They are excellent fish for both beginner and experienced marine aquarists. They adapt readily to aquarium life and will accept a wide variety of prepared and frozen foods.

Da Vinci Clownfish can be kept individually or as a compatible pair. When paired, they will establish a territory and may eventually spawn.

They are reef safe and can be kept successfully with corals and most peaceful reef inhabitants. Anemones are not required, although they may choose to host in an appropriate anemone or coral.

Quick Care Guide

Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris
Common Name: Da Vinci Clownfish / Da Vinci Ocellaris
Family: Pomacentridae
Type: Marine Fish / Designer Clownfish
Adult Size: Approximately 8–10 cm
Temperament: Peaceful to Semi-Territorial
Care Level: Easy
Minimum Aquarium: 75 L+
Temperature: 24–28°C
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.023–1.026 SG
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Level: All Levels / Rockwork
Reef Safe: Yes
Suitable For: Reef aquariums, marine community tanks and beginner setups

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Da Vinci Clownfish?

A Da Vinci Clownfish is a designer variety of Ocellaris Clownfish selectively bred for its unique irregular white and black patterning.

Are Da Vinci Clownfish reef safe?

Yes. They are considered reef safe and are excellent choices for coral reef aquariums.

Can Da Vinci Clownfish be kept as a pair?

Yes. They can form compatible pairs and may eventually spawn when provided with suitable conditions.

Do Da Vinci Clownfish need an anemone?

No. Anemones are not required. They can live perfectly well without one, although they may choose to host in an anemone, coral or other suitable structure.

What do Da Vinci Clownfish eat?

They readily accept quality marine pellets and flakes, along with frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp and finely chopped marine seafood.

Common Mistakes

Assuming every Da Vinci has the same pattern
Designer clownfish patterns vary between individuals, which is part of their appeal.

Thinking an anemone is required
Clownfish can thrive without an anemone in a home aquarium.

Adding an incompatible pair
Clownfish pairing can involve chasing and dominance behaviour while the hierarchy is established.

Overfeeding
Offer appropriately sized portions and maintain excellent water quality.

Keeping them with aggressive tank mates
Their generally peaceful nature makes them vulnerable to larger or highly aggressive fish.