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Pink Skunk Clownfish
Amphiprion perideraion
Also called Pink anemonefish, Pink skunk anemonefish, Pink Skunk Clown
From Western Pacific: from the Gulf of Thailand and Cocos-Keeling Islands east to Samoa and Tonga, north to the Ryukyu Islands and south to the Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia12
At a glance the quick version
Looks how to spot one
Personality what they are like
One of the gentler clownfish, suited to a peaceful reef or community tank, though it can be a little territorial. Young fish like to stay together in a tight group, and that habit can carry on into adulthood.34
Daily activity how busy a day looks
Stays around its host anemone or a chosen spot, with juveniles moving about as a close little school.32
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
A fully marine fish rated moderate in care level. Suggested aquarium water: about 22 to 26 °C (72 to 78 °F), pH 8.1 to 8.4, carbonate hardness 8 to 12 dKH and specific gravity 1.020 to 1.025.4
Home where they are happiest
A saltwater reef aquarium of at least about 114 L (30 US gallons). In the wild it lives in lagoons and on outer reef slopes, usually at about 3 to 20 m but recorded down to 65 m, sharing anemones such as the magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica).421
Food basics what goes in the bowl
An omnivore and the only clownfish whose wild diet is mostly algae. In aquariums it takes brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, chopped seafood and dried algae.24
Company who they like around
Lives in small groups ranked by size: the largest fish is the breeding female, the next largest the breeding male, and smaller males wait their turn. Pairs are monogamous.21
The story where it all began
Bleeker described the pink skunk clownfish in 1855. It belongs to the 'skunk complex' of clownfish that share a white back stripe, and it has been bred successfully in captivity, though it is trickier to spawn than many other clownfish.124
Fun facts for the dinner table
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It is the only clownfish known to feed mainly on algae.2
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Unlike most clownfish, it often shares its anemone with other clownfish species.2
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Newly paired fish can take up to five years before they spawn for the first time.3
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Together with Clark's clownfish, it is the only anemonefish found on both the east and west coasts of Australia.2
Recognised by the official bits
- IUCN Red List
- Least Concern (assessed 2010)1
- Pieter Bleeker
- Species described by Bleeker in 18551
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Pink Skunk Clownfish. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- FeedingSmall amounts once or twice a dayevery day
- Temperature checkevery day
- Salinity checkevery week
- Top-upTop up evaporation with fresh RO water, not salt waterevery day
- Water testevery week
- Water changeAbout 10 to 20% of the waterevery 2 weeks
- Glass cleanevery week
Owner questions the things everyone asks
How often should I feed my Pink Skunk Clownfish?
Feed your Pink Skunk Clownfish small amounts once or twice a day. Furry Diary's starting plan suggests daily feeding, and you can adjust based on your fish's appetite and the food label. Always check with your vet for specific amounts.24 Furry Diary plan
What does a Pink Skunk Clownfish eat, and what should it never eat?
This omnivore enjoys brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, chopped seafood, and dried algae. Never feed it anything not meant for marine fish, and avoid overfeeding. For a complete diet, ask your vet or a good breeder.24
How much space does a Pink Skunk Clownfish need?
A saltwater reef aquarium of at least 114 liters (30 US gallons) is recommended. This gives your fish room to swim and stay near its favorite spot or anemone.421
What temperature, light or water does a Pink Skunk Clownfish need?
Keep the water temperature between 22 and 26 °C (72 to 78 °F), with a pH of 8.1 to 8.4, carbonate hardness 8 to 12 dKH, and specific gravity 1.020 to 1.025. Provide standard reef lighting, and check conditions daily.4 Furry Diary plan
How often should I clean a Pink Skunk Clownfish's home?
Furry Diary's plan suggests cleaning the glass weekly and doing a 10 to 20% water change every two weeks. Test the water weekly and top up evaporation with fresh RO water daily. Furry Diary plan
Can a Pink Skunk Clownfish live with others?
Yes, it is one of the gentler clownfish and suits a peaceful reef or community tank. It lives in small groups ranked by size, and pairs are monogamous, so choose tankmates carefully.3421
How long does a Pink Skunk Clownfish live?
Lifespan varies and is not specified in the provided sources. For accurate information, ask your vet or a good breeder who knows this species well.
Can I handle a Pink Skunk Clownfish?
It is best not to handle your fish, as it can cause stress or injury. Enjoy watching it swim around its anemone or chosen spot instead.32
Written from the sources on this page, a few checked guides (VCA, ASPCA, RSPCA) and Furry Diary's own starting care plan. A friendly guide, not a vet's advice.
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- FishBase: Amphiprion perideraion, Pink anemonefish fishbase.seused for range, max size, depth, IUCN status, describer, monogamy
- Wikipedia: Pink skunk clownfish en.wikipedia.orgused for names, appearance, size, habitat depth, host anemones, diet, social structure, fun facts
- ORA: Pink Skunk Clownfish orafarm.comused for colour, size, temperament, schooling, spawning age
- LiveAquaria: Pink Skunk Clownfish (captive-bred) quick stats liveaquaria.comused for care level, temperament, tank size, water parameters, diet, breeding difficulty
- VCA Animal Hospitals: Feeding times and frequency for your dog vcahospitals.comused for owner questions
- ASPCA: Dog grooming tips aspca.orgused for owner questions
- ASPCA: Cat grooming tips aspca.orgused for owner questions
- ASPCA: People foods to avoid feeding your pets aspca.orgused for owner questions
- RSPCA: What to feed your rabbit rspca.org.ukused for owner questions
Checked 2026-09-30. Text is written in our own words from these sources.