The ORA Lightning Maroon Clownfish is a spectacular designer clownfish recognized for its dramatic white markings, which spread across its deep red-to-maroon body like flashes of lightning.

Every fish develops a naturally unique pattern. As the clownfish matures and its body becomes darker, the contrasting white markings may continue to change and become even more striking.

Captive-bred by ORA, the Lightning Maroon is hardy and well adapted to aquarium life. However, it retains the bold, territorial personality associated with Maroon Clownfish and requires careful consideration when selecting tankmates or attempting to form a pair.

Product Highlights

• Captive-bred by ORA

• Unique lightning-like white markings

• No two fish have exactly the same pattern

• Color and pattern become more dramatic with maturity

• Hardy and adaptable

• Reef-safe

• Approximate purchase size: 1.25–1.5 inches

Care Requirements

Scientific Name: Amphiprion biaculeatus
Common Name: Lightning Maroon Clownfish
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: 8.0–8.4

• 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 Lightning Maroon Clownfish is an omnivore and should receive a varied marine diet that includes:

• High-quality marine pellets

• Marine flakes

• Frozen mysis shrimp

• Enriched brine shrimp

• Finely chopped marine foods

Feed small portions two or three times daily, providing only what the fish can consume within a few minutes.

Compatibility

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

This fish is best maintained singly or as part of an established pair. Two randomly selected Maroon Clownfish should not be placed together without a carefully managed pairing process. Significant aggression may occur while dominance is established.

An anemone is not required. If an appropriate host is desired, a Bubble Tip Anemone is a common choice. Anemones should only be placed in mature aquariums with suitable lighting and stable water conditions.

Important Purchase Information

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

Lightning patterns may continue to change as the fish matures.

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.