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Definition of ocellaris clownfish

ocellaris clownfish

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A small marine fish (Amphiprion ocellaris) native to the Indo-Pacific oceans, characterized by its bright orange body with three vertical white stripes outlined in black, and widely known for its symbiotic relationship with sea anemones.

Example

"The marine biologist carefully observed the ocellaris clownfish darting among the venomous tentacles of its host anemone."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with the closely related orange clownfish (Amphiprion percula), it is frequently referred to as the 'false percula clownfish' due to their nearly identical appearance.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ocellaris clownfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ocellaris-clownfish
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