Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish

Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish is a distinct clownfish variety. Its unique appearance is the result of a genetic mutation that manifests in a similar way to the mutation that produces the Platinum Percula. However, this Premnas designer goes through a transition as it matures, where its body changes from white to a shimmering gold.

The Gold Nugget’s fins are a dark maroon color, edged in fluorescent orange trim. Their eyes are dark and fierce-looking against the gold body. Some individuals exhibit an icy blue iridescence on the edges of their body. Appearances aside, these fish are entirely a Gold Stripe Maroon in every other regard, so care must be taken when pairing, choosing tankmates, or choosing tank size.

The Gold Stripe Maroon Clownfish is the largest species of clownfish and can reach a size of 17cm (6 inches). It has maroon body coloration with three yellow body stripes. Sometimes the 3rd strip can be broken or have additional spots etc. Females are much larger than males – typically 3-4 times larger.

Maroon Clownfish become very territorial as adults and it is best to not mix them with any other clown species. 

Maroon Clownfish in the wild are almost always found hosting the Bubble Tip Anemone.

Fish Available is still the white bodied juvenile.