Can Ocellaris Clownfish Live With Flowerhorn Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Cannot coexist — Ocellaris Clownfish is saltwater, Flowerhorn Cichlid is freshwater.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ocellaris Clownfish | Flowerhorn Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 80–86°F | 80–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 8–8.4 | 6.5–8 | 8–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 3.5" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
beginnersemi-aggressive20+ gal
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.
Full care guide →Flowerhorn Cichlid
Hybrid
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
The Flowerhorn Cichlid (Hybrid) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ocellaris Clownfish:
For Flowerhorn Cichlid:
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