Can Angelfish Live With Ocellaris Clownfish?
Incompatible pH. Angelfish needs 6.0–7.5, Ocellaris Clownfish needs 8.0–8.4.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Angelfish | Ocellaris Clownfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 75–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 8–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6" | 3.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 20 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
Freshwater angelfish are elegant, tall-bodied cichlids that are a centerpiece in many community aquariums. They come in many color varieties including silver, marble, koi, and black. While generally peaceful, they become territorial when breeding and will eat small fish like neon tetras.
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Amphiprion ocellaris
The ocellaris clownfish — star of Finding Nemo — is the most popular saltwater aquarium fish and one of the best choices for beginner reef keepers. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, readily available, and don't require an anemone host (though they will happily adopt one). They are one of the few marine fish that breed regularly in home aquariums.
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