Amphiprion nigripes
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| Amphiprion nigripes (Regan, 1908) |
Amphiprion nigripes, also known as the Blackfinned anemonefish or Maldives anemonefish, is a clownfish of the genus Amphiprion.
[edit] Description
This clownfish is characterized by its rusty, orange color with a single white stripe running vertically just behind the eye. It can attain a maximum length of 4.3in. (11 cm).
[edit] Habitat
The Blackfinned Anemonefish is found in the Western Indian Ocean among the coral reefs of the Maldive Islands and Sri Lanka. It is often associated with the magnificant sea anemone, and typically lives in small groups.
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