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  12. Difference between Percula and Ocellaris Clowns

    in Saltwater

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    https://www.ocellarisclownfish.com/difference-between-ocellaris-and-percula-clownfish

    Difference Between Ocellaris and Percula Clownfish

    One of the most common questions from new clownfish owners (and even experienced reef keepers) is, “What is the difference between an Ocellaris Clownfish and a Percula Clownfish?” After all, one of the Ocellaris’ most common names is False Percula Clownfish. The differences are minute. However, the two fish are distinct species, although closely related.

    It’s surprisingly common that people will believe that a True Percula Clownfish is a wild caught fish and a False Percula Clownfish is a tank raised fish. While this may make sense given the names, it is not at all true. Both Ocellaris and Percula clownfish may be found in the ocean or tank raised.

    How Ocellaris and Percula Clownfish are Different

    There are a number of differences between the two species. Let’s take a look at a few:

    Ocellaris Clownfish Features

    Percula Clownfish Features

    • Dorsal fin spines: The True Percula Clown (Amphiprion percula) typically has 10 dorsal spines. These are the spines in the fin on the very top of the fish. The False Percula (Amphiprion ocellaris) has 11 dorsal fin spines. On rare occasions the A. percula will have 9 dorsal spines and the A. ocellaris will have 10. However, in general, the True Percula will have 10 and the False Percula 11. Also, the back part of the dorsal fin is generally taller on the False Percula (Ocellaris) than it is on the True Percula.
    • Black outlines: False Perculas often have much less black outlining their white strips. Sometimes it may look as though there is no black at all, but there is almost always at least a thin black outline adjacent to the white stripes. The True Percula, on the other hand, usually has thicker black stripes outlining the white stripes on their body. This is generally true of standard clownfish, although colorations and patterns can vary greatly from one fish to another. Therefore, this is not a true test one way or the other. It is a good piece of evidence though, when taking into account the other differences.
    • Eye color: Another way to tell the difference between the two species is often the color of the eye. On the True Percula, the eye shows more orange color to it surrounding the pupil. Conversely, the Ocellaris clownfish has more black surrounding the pupil.

  24. NZ Native Fish Book by Stella McQueen.

    in New Zealand Natives

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    Scroll to the bottom for details on how to order
     

    The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium

    45549803_2117224698301181_17455476247541

    $25

    2018, New Holland Publishers Paperback 208 pages
    Back blurb text:
    New Zealand’s unique native freshwater fish have been too long ‘out of sight, out of mind’, but they are surprisingly charismatic, intriguing, and bursting with personality.
    Difficult to observe in the wild, the fish are much more accessible and tangible in the aquarium, immediately becoming advocates for the conservation of their freshwater habitats.
    Native fish are an interesting and unusual alternative to exotic aquarium species. They are easy to look after in the aquarium thanks to this comprehensive and practical guide. Stella McQueen’s enthusiasm and expertise is evident on every page.
    This book:
    • Discusses the species most suited to aquaria, with a strong focus on conservation and ethical fish keeping.
    • Covers how to find, catch and look after native fish, with tips on how to identify different species.
    • Provides an understanding of the fish in their natural environment, with suggestions for creating an attractive aquarium reflecting these habitats.
    • Is for scientists, fish keepers and the generally curious alike.

    A Photographic Guide To Freshwater Fishes of New Zealand

    45543879_2117174534972864_18864564737146

    $26

    2013, New Holland Publishers 144 pages Paperback
    Back blurb text:
    • Highly illustrated guide to more than 60 species, complete with distribution maps
    • Compact, easy-to-use format; the ideal pocket-size travelling companion.
    • Authoritative, comprehensive text describing key identification features.
    • Stella McQueen has a postgraduate diploma in freshwater ecology from Massey University. She is the author of The New Zealand Native Freshwater Aquarium.
    • Rod Morris is one of the country’s most talented natural history photographers and filmmakers, and is the author of several books on New Zealand’s wildlife.

    How to Order

    Aquarium Guide $25 plus $4.50 postage TOTAL: $29.50 Photographic Guide $26 plus $3.50 postage TOTAL: $29.50 Order BOTH and save on postage, total cost $55.50
    Rural delivery: please add $3.70.
    To order, make the deposit into my account: SL McQueen 38-9007-0097395-07 Reference: the start of your email address. Then drop an email to me at [email protected], noting which books you would like, your address, and if you would like your books signed. I am happy to just sign my name or address it to you or your gift recipient. I can also provide a receipt if needed.
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