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CLOWNFISH

CLOWNFISH GET THEIR NAME FROM THEIR BRIGHT ORANGE COLOURING AND WHITE STRIPES

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THESE COLOURFUL FISH COME FROM WARMER, TROPICAL OCEAN REGIONS. THEY LIVE NEAR CORAL REEFS WHICH PROVIDE THEM WITH FOOD, SUCH AS SHRIMP, SHELLFISH AND SEAWEED, AND PROTECTION.

Clownfish and anemone

CLOWNFISH

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Clownfish / An Gairéadach
Amphirion ocellaris

Clownfish are bright orange with white stripes. They live among anemones in tropical coral reefs. The anemone’s stinging tentacles offer protection from predators, and in return, the clownfish keeps the anemone clean and free from parasites. This is known as a symbiotic relationship. They mostly feed on small invertebrates.

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Regal Tang / Tang Ríoga
Paracanthurus hepatus

The Regal Tang, these colourful fish live in tropical waters & coral reefs. They feed on small invertebrates and algae. They eat algae from the coral reef, helping coral reefs stay healthy. Tangs are members of the surgeonfish family; these fish have a scalpel-like spine located at the base of their tail and is used for protection.

did you know?
CLOWNFISH CAN CHANGE FROM MALE TO FEMALE. IF THE DOMINANT FEMALE IN A FAMILY UNIT DIES, THE DOMINANT MALE WILL TURN INTO A FEMALE TO TAKE THEIR PLACE!
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