The ORA Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish is one of the most distinctive designer clownfish available. This captive-bred variety begins with a largely white body that gradually transforms into a shimmering gold as the fish matures.

Dark maroon fins, fluorescent orange edging and intense dark eyes create a dramatic contrast against its bright body. Some individuals may also develop icy-blue iridescence along the edges of their coloration.

Although its appearance is extraordinary, the Gold Nugget retains the personality and care requirements of a Gold Stripe Maroon Clownfish. It is bold, territorial and best suited for an aquarist prepared for the stronger personality of a maroon clownfish.

Product Highlights

• Captive-bred by ORA

• Dramatic white-to-gold color transformation

• Dark maroon fins with fluorescent orange edging

• Each fish displays naturally unique coloration

• Hardy and well adapted to aquarium life

• Reef-safe with caution around territorial behavior

• Approximate purchase size: 1.25–1.5 inches

Juvenile Coloration Notice

Small Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish are shipped as juveniles and may not yet display their mature gold coloration. Their lighter white or cream-colored bodies gradually develop a shimmering gold appearance as they mature.

Individual patterns, coloration and the rate of color development will vary naturally.

Care Requirements

Scientific Name: Amphiprion biaculeatus
Common Name: Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish
Size: Small
Approximate Purchase Size: 1.25–1.5 inches
Maximum Size: Approximately 6 inches
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Diet: Omnivore
Minimum Aquarium Size: 30 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes
Aquaculture Status: Captive-Bred
Breeder: ORA
Water Movement: Moderate
Aquarium Level: All Levels

Recommended Water Parameters

• Temperature: 75–80°F

• Salinity: 1.020–1.026

• pH: 7.8–8.5

• Ammonia: Undetectable

• Nitrite: Undetectable

• Nitrate: Below 20 ppm

Stable water conditions and proper acclimation are essential when introducing any marine fish.

Diet and Feeding

The Gold Nugget Maroon Clownfish is an omnivore and should receive a varied marine diet consisting of:

• High-quality marine pellets

• Marine flakes

• Frozen mysis shrimp

• Enriched brine shrimp

• Finely chopped marine foods

Feed small portions two or three times daily. Only provide an amount the fish can consume within a few minutes.

Compatibility

Maroon clownfish are generally more territorial than Ocellaris and Percula clownfish. Provide adequate aquarium space, live-rock hiding places and carefully selected tankmates.

Do not place two randomly selected maroon clownfish together without a proper pairing process. Serious aggression can occur while they establish dominance. Customers who want two fish should purchase an established or professionally selected pair whenever possible.

An anemone is not required. If one is provided, a Bubble Tip Anemone is a commonly accepted host. Anemones should only be added to mature aquariums with suitable lighting and stable water conditions.

Important Purchase Information

This is not a WYSIWYG fish. Photographs represent the general variety, coloration and appearance. The exact fish received will vary naturally in pattern, coloration and body shape.

Live Fish Shipping

Live fish are shipped by FedEx Priority Overnight in an insulated container with appropriate temperature-control materials.

Live animals ship Monday through Wednesday. A $39.99 overnight shipping charge applies per live-animal order. Qualifying live-animal orders of $300 or more receive free live shipping.

Please review our Live Arrival Guarantee and acclimation instructions before ordering.