How big does a tomato clownfish get?

It can reach up to 14 cm in length, making it the largest anemonefish species found in Japanese waters.

Do male and female tomato clownfish look different?

Yes. Females are larger and develop black markings on the back that can darken over the entire body as they age, while males remain smaller and mostly reddish-orange.

What does a tomato clownfish eat?

It is an omnivore, feeding on a variety of foods including small crustaceans like brine shrimp and algae.

Tomato Clownfishハマクマノミ

Amphiprion frenatusLC— Least Concern

The tomato clownfish is the largest of Japan's anemonefishes, living in a symbiotic partnership with sea anemones; females grow larger with dark markings that can spread with age, while males stay smaller and reddish-orange.

Tomato Clownfish (reference photo) — Photo: Diego Delso / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Source / cropped

Species Data

Classification: Blenniiformes / Pomacentridae Source
Size: Reaches a maximum total length of 14 cm, the largest of the anemonefishes found in Japan
Diet: Omnivore Eats a variety of foods including brine shrimp and algae
Distribution: Found from Japan's Amami Ōshima south through the South China Sea to Malaysia and Indonesia, living symbiotically with sea anemones on shallow reefs. Source
Sources: ja.wikipedia.org

Did You Know?

Males and females look markedly different: females develop black markings on the back that can darken over the whole body with age, while males stay smaller and remain mostly reddish-orange. Source
It is known for its feisty temperament, actively biting at anything that approaches its egg clutch. Source

Where to See This Species

Operating facilities registered on this site: Japan 1

Kamogawa Sea WorldChibaAbout 2 hours from Tokyo Station on the Wakashio limited express to JR Awa-Kamogawa Station, then about 10 minutes by free shuttle bus (departing from the West Exit bus stop).

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Conservation Story

Conservation Status

Least Concern (LC)

Sources

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FAQ

How big does a tomato clownfish get?: It can reach up to 14 cm in length, making it the largest anemonefish species found in Japanese waters. Source
Do male and female tomato clownfish look different?: Yes. Females are larger and develop black markings on the back that can darken over the entire body as they age, while males remain smaller and mostly reddish-orange. Source
What does a tomato clownfish eat?: It is an omnivore, feeding on a variety of foods including small crustaceans like brine shrimp and algae. Source
How many operating facilities are registered here?: Operating facilities registered on this site: Japan 1 Source

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Source: ja.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org