Wide Bar Mocha Gladiator Clownfish – Amphiprion Ocellaris

The Wide Bar Mocha Gladiator Clownfish is a stunning designer variant of the Ocellaris Clownfish, featuring rich mocha coloration and thick, irregular white bars. This peaceful and hardy species is popular for its bold appearance and ease of care, making it a standout choice for both beginner and advanced marine aquarists.

Description:

Common Name: Wide Bar Mocha Gladiator Clownfish

Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris

Family: Pomacentridae

Size: 3-4 inches (7.5-10 cm)

Temperament: Peaceful

Difficulty: Easy

Reef Safe: Yes

Native Region:

The Wide Bar Mocha Gladiator is a captive-bred designer morph, originally derived from Ocellaris Clownfish native to the Indo-Pacific coral reefs.

Aquarium Setup:

Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons

Temperature: 74-80F (23-27C)

pH: 8.0-8.4

Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Substrate: Live rock for cover and potential hosting spots like anemones or soft corals.

Additional Tips:

Designer Morph: Bred for unique appearance and coloration; thrives in captivity.

Compatibility: Ideal for peaceful reef tanks; may be kept singly or in pairs. Avoid housing with overly aggressive tankmates.

Diet: Omnivorous; enjoys a varied diet of high-quality pellets, flakes, mysis shrimp, and other marine foods.

Anemone Hosting: May pair naturally with anemones, though its not essential for their health.